Laboratory Data Processing Technician

About the role

Battelle’s Advanced Microsystems Solutions team is seeking a Laboratory Data Processing Technician to support laboratory and microscopy workflows through the processing, organization, and preparation of data generated by advanced characterization tools. The applicant will be a key part of our multi-disciplinary team of engineers and scientists working on cutting-edge embedded security solutions for microelectronic systems. This position is located in Columbus, OH.

Responsibilities

• Process and organize data generated by microscopy and materials characterization tools, following established workflows and procedures.
• Operate custom and internal software tools to analyze and prepare data for downstream use by engineers and scientists.
• Verify data completeness, consistency, and quality prior to handoff or archival.
• Document processing steps, software usage, and data outputs in accordance with laboratory standards and record-keeping policy.
• Protect data responsibly with adherence to standard policy and procedures.
• Maintain orderly data storage, file structures, and metadata using internal systems.
• Collaborate with microscopists and technical staff to clarify data requirements and resolve processing issues or escalate them appropriately.
• Support continuous improvement by providing feedback on software usability, efficiency, and clarity.
• Complete tasking independently once trained, while adhering to well-defined scopes and timelines.

Qualifications

• Achieve or possess an Associate’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related technical field, OR equivalent experience with scientific or engineering data.
• Comfort working with computer-based tools and structured digital workflows.
• Scientific curiosity and willingness to learn new tools and processes.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow documented procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new software tools and operate them reliably and independently.
• Knowledge or general familiarity with electronics technology.
• Basic understanding of data organization, file management, and version control concepts.
• Must be a sole U.S. Citizen.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.