Senior Analytical Chemist — Complex Mixtures & Methods

Battelle; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 82,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Parental leave

Wellness program

Job summary

Battelle in Columbus, OH is seeking an Analytical Chemist III to deliver high-quality scientific solutions supporting research, development, and regulatory programs. You will characterize complex mixtures, develop robust analytical methods, and communicate findings to clients and project teams.

This role involves hands-on work with HPLC/UPLC, LC‑MS, GC, TOF‑MS, and other techniques across GLP‑like environments, with 80% onsite at Columbus and West Jefferson; collaboration with scientists,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years experience or master’s with 2 years or PhD; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field.
• Hands-on experience characterizing complex samples and developing analytical methods.
• Working knowledge of analytical techniques such as HPLC/UPLC, ICP‑OES/MS, GC, LC‑MS, GC‑MS, TOF‑MS, UV‑Vis, spectroscopy, or other relevant instrumentation and detection techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret scientific data with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Experience operating, maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting advanced instrumentation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, written communication, and technical reporting skills.
• Ability to analyze complex data sets, identify trends, and resolve technical issues.
• Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute analytical strategies to characterize complex mixtures, including environmental samples, botanical extracts, natural products, and related materials; identify neat chemicals and complex mixtures; determine purity; and identify and characterize impurities.
• Conduct sample preparation and analysis using chromatographic, spectrometric, and mass spectrometric techniques, including TOF‑MS, as appropriate.
• Analyze and interpret complex data, identify trends or anomalies, and draw scientifically sound conclusions.
• Draw conclusions, troubleshoot analytical challenges, and recommend solutions to improve study outcomes and laboratory efficiency
• Troubleshoot instruments and methods, document investigations, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure data quality, accuracy, and compliance with project requirements and quality objectives
• Prepare protocols, methods, study plans, technical reports, and other documentation that clearly conveys procedures, results, and conclusions.
• Engage directly with clients to understand technical needs, share project updates, discuss results, and recommend next steps.
• Lead or support research and technical projects, coordinating activities to meet scope, budget, and schedule requirements.
• Collaborate with scientists, project managers, quality personnel, regulatory teams, and clients to achieve project objectives.
• Maintain clear client communication and contribute to technical discussions and project reviews.
• Identify and evaluate emerging technologies, analytical approaches, and laboratory capabilities that support business growth and innovation.
• Prepare, review, and maintain technical reports, study records, and scientific documentation.
• Ensure compliance with GLP requirements, SOPs, laboratory quality standards, and applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain accurate, complete laboratory records and follow applicable quality systems, safety requirements, and standard operating procedures.
• Follow all laboratory safety procedures and requirements when working with hazardous materials.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to junior scientists and laboratory staff.
• Support proposal development through technical contributions, scope development, and project estimates.
• Present scientific findings to clients, project teams, and professional audiences through reports and presentations

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data interpretation

Troubleshooting

Technical reporting

Client communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related fields

Master’s degree in related field

PhD

Tools

HPLC/UPLC

ICP‑OES/MS

GC

LC‑MS

GC‑MS

TOF‑MS

UV‑Vis spectroscopy

Job description

Battelle in Columbus, OH is seeking an Analytical Chemist III to deliver high-quality scientific solutions supporting research, development, and regulatory programs. You will characterize complex mixtures, develop robust analytical methods, and communicate findings to clients and project teams.

This role involves hands-on work with HPLC/UPLC, LC‑MS, GC, TOF‑MS, and other techniques across GLP‑like environments, with 80% onsite at Columbus and West Jefferson; collaboration with scientists,