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 with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. **Job Summary** We are seeking qualified applicants for a **Senior Environmental Data Scientist** position in **Norwell, MA** with a **hybrid** work arrangement. Battelle’s Norwell Operations performs environmental monitoring and assessment with a focus on marine and aquatic ecosystems. Our Information Management group specializes in the development and operation of databases and web interfaces for the management of physical, chemical, and ecological knowledge for large environmental field investigations and litigation of spills, site remediation, and restoration monitoring programs. The individual sought will have an impact on the way environmental data are planned, collected, managed, and analyzed for decision makers. Candidate must display initiative, strong work ethic, ability to work in a collaborative environment, focus on quality, and commitment to excellence. As an Environmental Data Scientist, you will work with other Data Scientists, Field Technicians, Laboratory Chemists, Biologists, Ecologists, Software Developers, and Project Managers on interdisciplinary projects. Your objectives will range from precise data curation to logical systems design and user interface development. You will apply database design principles and quantitative methods to derive structure and knowledge from raw data across various environmental disciplines. You will participate in the design, development, testing, and execution of both automated and manual data extract, transform, and load (ETL) processes. **Responsibilities** + Work quasi-independently on environmental data management projects under the direction of the project manager: query databases; gather, compile, clean data from multiple sources; unsupervised data analysis; build data pipelines. + Work with subject matter experts to perform data management and quality assurance for environmental data products and assist with code-based revision of existing data. + Develop requirements and create ETL designs and mapping specifications for environmental chemistry, biology, ecology, geographic, and toxicological data. + Oversee others in extracting data from existing databases or literature and preparing data for database assimilation and analysis. + Load analytical data via electronic data deliverables (EDDs) from laboratories into project-specific databases. + Load survey and field data into project-specific databases. + Enable querying of large structured and unstructured data assets. + Work in a team environment to develop database designs. + Develop, document, and implement algorithms or procedures to monitor and improve data quality. + Investigate quality issues stemming from data collection, gaps in expected data, or problems with the data processing pipeline. + Effectively communicate with multiple teams to troubleshoot software applications and data quality issues and improve data processes. + Build relationships with internal and external clients and present research results. + Assist with proposal efforts through technical writing and strategic development of workplans. + Support business development efforts with colleagues to secure new and follow-on opportunities. **Key Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Chemistry, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Applied Statistics, or other related field with 5 years of related experience, or a Master’s degree with 2 years of related experience or PhD + Experience processing data collected from environmental sensors. + Five or more years’ experience in Oracle RDBMS and MS Access. + Programming experience in SQL and at least two of the following languages: PHP, Javascript, R, Matlab, Python. + Experience in analysis of analytical chemistry, biological diversity, or toxicological data. + Strong ETL design and development experience. + Problem solving ability. + Initiative & self-management; ability to accomplish tasks within established time frames. + Effective presentation and communication skills. + Must be a US Citizen or permanent resident. **Preferred Qualifications** + Geographic Information Systems & processing of geospatial observations + Environmental sampling procedures and equipment + Analytical laboratory data processing + Use of APIs in data workflows + Experience with PL/SQL **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 + Collaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive 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.** For more information about our other openings, please visit www.battelle.org/careers