Science & Business Development Lead

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 nationally recognized scientific leader in New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) to accelerate the adoption of human‑relevant, non‑animal testing platforms across research, safety assessment, and regulatory science. This position plays a critical role in advancing organ‑on‑chip systems, micro physiological platforms, multi‑omics integration, and computational toxicology to support the evolution of modern toxicology and regulatory decision‑making. The Principal Scientist will drive scientific strategy, build high‑impact partnerships, contribute to federal and industry initiatives, and lead multidisciplinary R&D programs that position Battelle at the forefront of human‑relevant biological models. The role will be responsible for business development within the NAM field. Responsibilities Scientific Leadership & Strategy Develop and lead Battelle’s scientific strategy for integrating NAMs, MPS, organ‑on‑chip platforms, and human‑relevant in vitro models into client programs. Serve as a thought leader on emerging scientific and regulatory expectations across FDA, EPA, NIH/NICEATM, and industry sectors. Translate technological advances into actionable programmatic growth opportunities. Research & Development Execution Lead multidisciplinary scientific teams in the design, validation, and application of MPS technologies, including multi‑organ and tissue‑specific systems. Establish integrated MPS workflows that incorporate transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and other omics‑based platforms. Develop approaches for MPS‑to‑in vivo extrapolation and computational toxicology integration (QSAR, machine learning, predictive modeling). Provide scientific oversight, technical review, and quality assurance for complex R&D programs. Regulatory & Scientific Engagement Collaborate with regulatory leaders to support scientific acceptance, qualification, and guidance development for MPS‑based methodologies. Represent Battelle in national working groups, interagency collaborations, scientific advisory committees, and industry consortia. Collaboration, Partnerships & Business Development Build strategic partnerships with academic institutions, federal agencies, and industry leaders to expand MPS and NAM capabilities. Contribute to proposal development, client engagement, and technical marketing to grow Battelle’s NAM/MPS portfolio. Publish high‑impact scientific manuscripts and present research findings at national and international conferences. Key Qualifications PhD (or equivalent) in toxicology, biomedical engineering, physiology, pharmacology, microbiology, virology, or related field. Recognized subject‑matter expertise in NAMs, MPS, organ‑on‑chip technologies, or advanced in vitro models. Demonstrated leadership of interdisciplinary scientific teams. Evidence of scientific impact through publications, regulatory engagements, working group participation, or technology development. Experience applying human‑relevant test systems to safety assessment, mechanistic investigation, or translational science. Preferred Qualifications Experience developing or validating MPS systems for regulatory applications (FDA, EPA, industry). Participation in national NAM/MPS initiatives, interagency workgroups, or scientific standards development. Familiarity with computational toxicology, QSAR modeling, and machine‑learning approaches. Proven ability to build collaborative partnerships and secure external funding. Benefits: Live an Extraordinary 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). Equal Opportunity Employer 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr Battelle