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** We are currently seeking a **Materials Scientist/Engineer (Early Career)** . This position is a full-time opportunity located in **Columbus, OH.** Battelle's Advanced Materials and Energetics Group is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Materials Scientist/Engineer to join our team. The selected candidate will conduct laboratory experimentation, compile and analyze data, and perform literature searches under the guidance of a senior scientist. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to apply materials science principles in a dynamic research environment, contributing to meaningful projects that support both commercial and government clients. **Responsibilities** As a Materials Scientist/Engineer (Early Career), the selected individual will support laboratory research and experimental activities across a range of materials science and engineering tasks. Responsibilities may include: + Developing, constructing, and executing laboratory experiments to advance research objectives + Applying materials science theories to well-defined tasks with minimal oversight + Compiling and analyzing design and test data to prepare product, process, or materials specifications + Assisting in the interpretation of results and composing sections of technical reports + Conducting background research and searching technical literature to support project needs + Performing basic engineering analysis of data collected through structured work assignments + Summarizing results in spreadsheets, written reports, and presentation formats + Completing assigned project work within schedule and budget constraints **Key Qualifications** + B.S. degree in Materials Science and Engineering or Chemical Engineering + 0-2 years of relevant work experience + Good laboratory practices and documentation skills + Ability to summarize results in spreadsheets, written reports, and presentation formats + Experience conducting laboratory work and searching technical literature + Sole U.S. Citizenship is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance **Preferred Qualifications** + Ability to develop and contextually present information from numerous technical resources to support research objectives + Research experience in a materials science, chemistry, or chemical engineering setting, including experience with chemical handling + Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, maintain accurate records, and follow instructions + Experience in engineering model development + Experience working with structured databases for data archiving + Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software + Experience using computer programming languages to analyze complex data sets (e.g., Python, MATLAB) **Compensation Data** Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $71,200 - $84,000 per year, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions. **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 yo