Lead Entomologist

Battelle • Jacksonville, FL

20d • Hybrid

About The Position

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. Job Summary Assists with the development, design, and evaluation of novel products and application technologies to better protect deployed forces from blood feeding insects and other arthropods that transmit human diseases.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree closely related to entomology/public health/biology/environmental science with relevant emphasis required.
• 3 – 5 years of relevant experience with Masters, 5 – 10 years of relevant experience with Bachelors.
• Professional work experience in the field of entomological research, development, prevention, or control which included field and/or laboratory work.
• Understanding of pertinent insecticide chemistry, biological sciences, and public health concepts related to the control of insects that carry human diseases.
• Familiarity with technical and administrative requirements for project development, execution, and management.
• Knowledge of scientific methods, and techniques concerned with public health insecticide application equipment.
• Demonstrated experience in project design, execution, data analysis, and publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in major computer operating systems including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with basic statistical analysis (i.e., Excel, R Studio, JMP, SPSS, etc.) or Weather Caster Weather Station Software or ARCGIS.
• Familiarity with related guidelines including various Federal and State regulations pertaining to safety precautions or pesticide use and the disposal of insecticides.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Long periods of desk work during the slow season and long field days during field season.
• U.S. Citizenship required; eligibility to obtain and hold Department of Defense issued Secret Clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Board Certified Entomologist (BCE) may be considered an equivalent for 2 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Apply scientific method and technical skills to design, conduct and analyze field or semi-field research to evaluate the effectiveness of current and novel pesticides and pest/vector management tools (including but not limited to truck-mounted, skid-mounted, handheld and aerial equipment).
• Applies scientific methods to design, conduct and analyze complex laboratory tests, determinations, and analyses involving multiple procedures and a variety of technical approaches.
• Conducts research individually or in collaboration with other scientific and technical staff.
• Conducts laboratory rearing of insects and general laboratory maintenance duties.
• Performs routine data analysis and basic interpretation and verifies and corrects data entry.
• Develops technical material and training manuals.
• Assists in evaluations of vector surveillance techniques, tools, equipment, and pathogen diagnostic tools.
• Trains junior laboratory staff in laboratory techniques and processes in informal and formal training settings, as needed.
• Documents current or new procedures or protocols for sample selection, data collection, data processing, and/or statistical estimation.
• Obtains technical training from subject matter experts (SMEs), as required, to attain proficiency in new pesticide application equipment technology and techniques (work with pesticide application equipment, techniques, and modification projects).
• Prepares weekly project status and completion reports.
• Presents project results at professional meetings, symposia, and working groups.
• Attends professional meetings, industry trade shows, technical/scientific symposia, and academic seminars.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Benefits

• Live an Extraordinary Life We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.
• Balance life through a compressed work schedule : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs .
• Take time to recharge : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• Advance your education : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees