Sr. Analytical Chemist

Battelle • Columbus, OH

5d • $81,600 - $116,300 • Onsite

About The Position

Battelle is seeking an Analytical Chemist III to provide scientific solutions supporting research, development, and regulatory programs. The role involves characterizing complex mixtures such as botanicals, environmental samples, and other multicomponent materials; developing analytical methods; resolving technical challenges; and communicating findings to clients and project teams. The Life Sciences Research team provides analytical support for discovery, safety, and efficacy programs using specialized facilities and capabilities.

The position is 80% onsite, with work at both Battelle’s Columbus, Ohio, and West Jefferson, Ohio, locations. The successful candidate will conduct and interpret analyses, maintain data quality and regulatory compliance, prepare scientific documentation, contribute to project leadership and client engagement, and provide technical guidance to junior staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 5 years of experience, master’s degree in a related field with 2 years of experience, or PhD; an equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field is also accepted.
• Hands-on experience characterizing complex samples and developing analytical methods.
• Working knowledge of analytical techniques such as HPLC/UPLC, ICP-OES/MS, GC, LC-MS, GC-MS, TOF-MS, UV-Vis, spectroscopy, or other relevant instrumentation and detection techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret scientific data with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience operating, maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting advanced instrumentation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, written communication, and technical reporting skills.
• Ability to analyze complex data sets, identify trends, and resolve technical issues.
• Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact professionally with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and contribute effectively in a team environment.
• U.S. citizenship and/or U.S. person status as required for project and export control requirements.
• Ability to work in a BSL-2 laboratory environment and wear required personal protective equipment.
• Willingness to participate in medical screening and random drug testing programs as required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in GLP or other regulated laboratory environments.
• Knowledge of GLP, ISO, EPA, FDA, or related regulatory requirements.
• Experience with botanical materials, dietary supplements, natural products, environmental samples, or other chemically complex matrices.
• Familiarity with chemometrics, spectral interpretation, data-processing software, or advanced structural characterization techniques.
• Experience supporting client-sponsored research, contract research, or government-funded programs.
• Experience leading technical discussions or serving as a scientific point of contact for clients.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute analytical strategies to characterize complex mixtures, including environmental samples, botanical extracts, natural products, and related materials; identify neat chemicals and complex mixtures; determine purity; and identify and characterize impurities.
• Prepare samples and conduct analyses using chromatographic, spectrometric, and mass spectrometric techniques, including TOF-MS as appropriate.
• Analyze and interpret complex data, identify trends or anomalies, and draw scientifically sound conclusions.
• Troubleshoot analytical challenges and recommend solutions to improve study outcomes and laboratory efficiency.
• Troubleshoot instruments and methods, document investigations, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure data quality, accuracy, and compliance with project requirements and quality objectives.
• Prepare protocols, methods, study plans, technical reports, and other documentation that clearly conveys procedures, results, and conclusions.
• Engage directly with clients to understand technical needs, provide project updates, discuss results, and recommend next steps.
• Lead or support research and technical projects, coordinating activities to meet scope, budget, and schedule requirements.
• Collaborate with scientists, project managers, quality personnel, regulatory teams, and clients to achieve project objectives.
• Maintain client communication and contribute to technical discussions and project reviews.
• Identify and evaluate emerging technologies, analytical approaches, and laboratory capabilities that support business growth and innovation.
• Prepare, review, and maintain technical reports, study records, and scientific documentation.
• Ensure compliance with GLP requirements, SOPs, laboratory quality standards, and applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain complete laboratory records and follow applicable quality systems, safety requirements, and SOPs.
• Follow laboratory safety procedures when working with hazardous materials.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to junior scientists and laboratory staff.
• Support proposal development through technical contributions, scope development, and project estimates.
• Present scientific findings to clients, project teams, and professional audiences through reports and presentations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Benefits concierge service to help employees understand and use their benefits.
• Paid parental leave and family formation support.
• Holistic wellness community and employee assistance program offering physical, mental, financial, legal, and family support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior