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** Battelle is seeking a **Chemist** to work full time in the Clinical Standardization Laboratories Branch (CSLB) within the CDC Division of Laboratory Sciences (DLS) on the CDC Chamblee campus. As part of the DLS mission, the CSLB develops and improves methods for assessing disease status associated with and the risk for selected chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and hormonal disorders. The Branch serves as a reference laboratory for these measurements by providing standards that are used as accuracy points by other laboratories around the world. Selected staff member is needed to fill program requirements to assist with the CDC Clinical Reference Laboratories. The selected applicant will have to obtain and maintain a CDC security clearance. **Responsibilities** + Assist senior research staff in the planning and operation of the CDC Clinical Reference Laboratories. + Conduct mostly independent execution of reference laboratory activities including reference value assignments, analytical method development, maintenance and optimization. + Independently maintain clinical reference methods. + Independently coordinate reference measurements with internal and external partners. + Conduct and coordinate communications with internal and external partners about technical aspects of reference method operation and to resolve issues of moderate complexity. + Independently coordinate laboratory data processing and analysis. + Analyze complex laboratory data and present results using statistical software. + Automate data analysis and data review processes by using appropriate software. + Generate, review and distribute laboratory reports to internal and external partners in a timely manner. + Organize educational events on technical aspects of reference method operation. + Adhere to the universal precautions with regard to the handling of biological samples and biological waste. + Adhere to CDC/NCEH/DLS, CLIA 88, ISO guidelines with regard to laboratory protocols and quality control. + Adhere to the CDC/NCEH/DLS policy of treating all data as confidential. + Ensure ISO compliance of laboratory activities and independently operating electronic quality management system. + Adhere to the CDC/NCEH/DLS and Battelle policy of laboratory safety and security. **Key Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree in chemistry and 6+ years’ experience or equivalent. + Technical knowledge and experience with clinical reference method development and operation + Experience with establishing and maintaining compliance with ISO 17025 and 15195. + Experience in coordinating internal and external ISO audits. + Experience in instrumental analytics. + Good communication and writing skills. + Documented administrative experience in laboratory operations. + Documented laboratory data analysis experience. + Experience using Microsoft Office products such as Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook as well as JMP and R. **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. **A Work Environment Where You Succeed** For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world. You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to: + Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects + Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery + Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment + Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders + Give back to and improve our communities **Vaccinations & Safety Protocols** _Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws)._ _Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle._ The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. **No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.** For more information about our other openings, please visit www.battelle.org/careers