Data Scientist

About the role

Battelle is seeking a skilled and curious Data Scientist to provide direct support at a client facility. The selected candidate will apply expertise in machine learning, data engineering, and multi-source data analysis to advance critical client missions across science and technology domains.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement machine learning, statistical, and data engineering techniques to advance client missions across science and technology domains
• Apply technical proficiency in data collection and analysis tools to improve existing techniques and devise new approaches to solve mission-critical data science challenges
• Independently propose, develop, and execute creative solutions to unique data science problems, including identifying new data sources and data exploitation techniques
• Collect, organize, and analyze technical information from multiple sources to drive client missions and quick-turn tasks in fast-paced environments
• Provide thorough, complete work products that require minimal revision or editing
• Proactively manage expectations, communicate progress, and meet deadlines in a fast-moving, agile environment
• Collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams, including co-located and geographically distributed team members, while leading tasks on time and within budget

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of relevant experience; Master's degree with 5+ years of relevant experience; PhD in a relevant field with 3+ years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience using tools for collecting, assembling, interpreting, translating, and analyzing multi-source data — including science and technology information, network data, open-source data, and databases — and synthesizing findings into actionable intelligence
• Experience applying machine learning, statistics, and/or data mining techniques to derive insights from complex datasets
• Experience with automation of data pipelining processes, data transformation, databases, and/or repositories
• Experience assessing and reporting on technologies and scientific topics, including technology readiness levels (TRL) and critical technology elements (CTE)
• Experience with diverse media and advanced science and technology data
• Enthusiasm for learning new technical subject areas and curiosity about science and technology missions
• Must be a U.S. citizen with an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph

Pay

The salary range for this role is $135,000 – $180,000 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

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• A flexible, compressed work schedule with every other Friday off
• A hybrid arrangement allowing 60% in-office and 40% remote work
• Paid time off to support work-life balance and motivation
• Wellness incentives and benefits
• Optional supplemental benefits
• Financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Tuition assistance for pursuing higher education

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees to follow certain safety protocols and be vaccinated against various viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment. Reasonable accommodations will be provided based on applicable laws.