Biologist (Early Career) - New Approach Methodologies (NAMs)

Job Summary

Battelle is seeking an early-career scientist to support research and development involving New Approach Methodologies (NAMs), especially complex in vitro models including microphysiological systems (MPS), and other human-relevant non-animal testing platforms. This position will contribute to the development, execution, and analysis of studies using advanced in vitro models, including organoids, tissue-specific organ-on-chip systems, and related biological models.

Working alongside multidisciplinary teams of biologists, engineers, and computational scientists, the Biologist I will help generate high-quality scientific data that support chemical safety assessment, biomedical research, and product development. This is an opportunity to build technical expertise in emerging human-relevant testing technologies and regulatory science.

Responsibilities

• Perform cell-based experiments, including mammalian cell culture, cell maintenance, passaging, seeding, treatment, and endpoint analysis
• Support MPS studies, including preparation, operation, sampling, and troubleshooting of organ-on-chip, organoid, or related advanced in vitro platforms
• Use a hands-on approach to solving technical problems and have the ability to work independently and effectively in a team environment with minimal supervision
• Evaluate and review raw data, laboratory records, assay outputs, study reports, and assay qualification or validation documentation, as appropriate
• Perform work with a consistently high degree of accuracy and attention to detail including meticulous work habits and neat, accurate, legible record keeping
• Contribute to protocols, study plans, technical reports, proposals, and study-specific final reports for cell culture and MPS-based research programs
• Ability to produce and present quality scientific papers at external meetings and for publication

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field; or an equivalent combination of education and or experience in a related field.
• Knowledge of mammalian cell culture techniques, aseptic technique, cell health assessment, and cell-based assay execution, with interest or experience in 3D culture, organoids, co-culture systems, and/or microphysiological systems
• A proven ability to assist in the execution of research studies involving cell-based models, in vitro assays, and/or advanced biological systems
• The ability to follow standard laboratory operating procedures and health and safety guidelines
• Ability to read and understand SOWs, protocols, batch records, assay plans, and study-specific laboratory procedures
• Able to work in a highly matrixed, team-oriented environment
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with a diverse population of researchers
• Display an interest in developing job skills and in gaining additional expertise through training
• Applicants for this position must be a U.S. citizen and possess the ability to obtain a government security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

Hands-on experience with microphysiological systems, organ-on-chip platforms, 3D cell culture, primary human cells, tissue models, high-content imaging, TEER measurements, perfusion-based culture systems, or functional assays is preferred