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FAST FORWARD TO YOUR NEXT MISSION
Integrity, confidence, discipline and commitment define your career in
Battelle’s National Security Division. Battelle was built on a firm
foundation of honesty, integrity, and outstanding service and the work we
do in national security impacts lives around the world; whether we’re
creating armor for military applications, testing a life-saving vaccine,
or developing a more efficient hydrogen fuel cell. At Battelle, we reward
the best work with more responsibility, positions to grow and develop,
and the opportunity to make a positive impact on the world. Are YOU ready
for your Next Mission?
Our National Security Division is currently seeking a Food Engineering
Research Scientist. This position is located in Columbus, OH.
Primary job responsibilities will include:
• Assessment of food distribution data to support development of stock
and flow models to study foodborne contamination spread.
• Assessment of literature and case study analyses related to foodborne
contamination.
• Develop mathematical models to assess and evaluate mitigation
strategies for reducing food process vulnerabilities.
• Participation in data reduction, data review, and data compilation.
• Generating clear, concise inputs to technical reports and technical
briefings that summarize study plans, procedures and results.
• Manage project performance with respect to budget, schedule, and
technical defensibility.
Additionally, the selected candidate will be expected to assist in
generating program deliverables, including data analyses, briefing
materials, and technical reports. A moderate amount of domestic travel is
anticipated.
THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS
POSITION:
Education: Bachelor’s (or advanced) Degree in chemical engineering,
agricultural engineering, food engineering, or food science-related
disciplines.
Experience: At least 2 years of experience with any combination of the
following: food processing methods, hazard vulnerability and critical
control point methodology, foodborne pathogens, toxic and hazardous
materials, or basic microbiology. Graduate research in these areas would
be considered as experience.
Skills: Strong mathematical and modeling skills; reasonable understanding
of food industries and food safety procedures; capacity to learn new
approaches/techniques;
Citizenship: Sole U.S. citizenship, with the ability to obtain and
maintain required government security clearances as a condition of
employment
Security Clearance: Not required prior to hire
THE FOLLOWING IS DESIRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS
POSITION:
Computer programming experience using C++ or other scientific programming
language; mathematics and statistical analysis experience, experience
with microbiology (aseptic technique, material handling, precautions, and
contamination control), food processing related modeling, and strong
PC-based computer skills (Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft
Access, Microsoft PowerPoint, Windows operating system, and computer programming).
BENEFITS
Battelle’s competitive benefits program includes comprehensive medical
and dental care, matching 401K, employee pension, tuition reimbursement,
work/life balance, paid time off, flexible spending accounts, disability
coverage, and other benefits that help provide financial protection for
you and your family.
Battelle is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and supports
diversity in the workplace. Applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin,
age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or sexual orientation.
For more information about our other openings, please visit
www.battelle.org/careers.
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