Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients-whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Summary
Battelle is seeking a Technical Lead to support development and integration of the analytical and computational components of Quality by Design (QbD) through AI-enabled analytics for advanced and agile pharmaceutical manufacturing aligned with federal health and national security missions.
This role combines pharmaceutical manufacturing QbD expertise with analytical and modeling capabilities to help develop tools such as digital twins, PAT-based predictive models to support real-time release testing (RTRT), AI-driven process control strategies, and manufacturing resilience models. The position focuses on enabling government partners to analyze, evaluate, and optimize pharmaceutical manufacturing platforms, rather than operating manufacturing facilities.
The Technical Lead will work with interdisciplinary teams across analytical and synthetic chemistry, chemical engineering, synthetic biology, bioprocess engineering, data science, IT systems management, and systems engineering to support research programs, develop technical proto@types, and contribute to proposal development for federal clients such as ASPR/IBMSC, BARDA, ARPA H, FDA, and the Department of Defense.
A successful candidate will:
Provide credible pharmaceutical manufacturing expertise within multidisciplinary analytics teams
Help translate manufacturing challenges into data-driven analytical tools
Contribute to the growth of Battelle's capabilities in advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing analytics
Support development of federally funded research and implementation programs in this emerging area.
Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
Provide subject-matter expertise in pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes
Contribute to development of analytical tools such as:
Manufacturing digital twins
AI-enabled process analytics
PAT-based quality prediction models
Process control strategy implementation
Ensure technical models and analytics reflect realistic pharmaceutical manufacturing processes
Project Execution
Lead technical tasks within R&D projects related to advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing analytics
Work closely with cross-disciplinary teams to develop and test analytical tools
Support development of proto@types, demonstrations, and technical reports
Research and Innovation
Contribute to internal R&D efforts exploring AI-enabled manufacturing approaches
Identify opportunities to apply emerging analytics approaches to pharmaceutical manufacturing challenges
Participate in technical publications, presentations, and white papers
Proposal Development
Support development of proposals for federal R&D programs related to pharmaceutical manufacturing innovation
Provide technical input on project concepts, methodologies, and feasibility
Collaboration and External Engagement
Collaborate with academic partners, manufacturing institutes, and technology developers
Support technology transfer of analytical and modeling capabilities to industry partners
Participate in relevant conferences, workshops, and technical forums
Support engagement with federal agencies and program stakeholders
Key Qualifications
Advanced degree (PhD or MS with significant experience) in analytical chemistry, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical engineering or sciences, biochemistry, or a related field
5-10 years of experience in pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing, process development, or manufacturing technology
Experience with advanced usage of PAT in pharmaceutical manufacturing processes to support RTRT such as:
Process monitoring and real-time analytical methods
Chemometrics, multivariate data analysis, AI/ML for process monitoring
Spectroscopic (NIR, mid-IR, Raman, fluorescence) and chromatographic methods (MPLC, GC, LC-MS)
Regulatory compliance, validation, and development of analytical methods under cGMP / GLP standards
Experience working in interdisciplinary technical teams
Strong understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes
Ability to collaborate with data scientists and modeling experts
Applied problem-solving in manufacturing or process development environments
Clear technical communication and documentation skills
Interest in applying advanced analytics to manufacturing systems
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with continuous pharmaceutical manufacturing or advanced manufacturing technologies
Experience with modeling, simulation, or data analytics applied to manufacturing processes
Knowledge of FDA regulatory expectations related to pharmaceutical manufacturing
Experience supporting federally funded research or collaborative R&D programs
Experience in supply chain and manufacturing network simulations
Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life
We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.
Balance life through a compressed work schedule : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off-giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.
Take time to recharge : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
Prioritize wellness : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
Better together : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
Build your financial future : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
Advance your education : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.
A Work Environment Where You Succeed
For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity's most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.
You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:
Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment
Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
Give back to and improve our communities
Vaccinations & Safety Protocols
Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients' requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).
Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.
The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.
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