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We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Summary
Battelle is currently seeking a Study Facilitator in the High Containment Chemistry Division. This position is located in Columbus, OH.
We are seeking a well-organized, detail-oriented, dependable team player to join our High Containment Chemistry Division as a Study Facilitator. In this role, the incumbent will collaborate with study management to facilitate study activities, collaborate across functional groups, and deliver high-quality data, documents, and reports. The Study Facilitator is responsible for assisting the Study Director (SD) with many aspects of the study, including facilitating all phases from planning to closeout to ensure that all client, regulatory, organizational, ethical, and/or legal requirements are met. The role supports a deadline-driven environment, and we are seeking an individual who is used to working within tight time frames while still maintaining high quality work.
Responsibilities
- Assist with data entry and quality control (QC) in electronic data acquisition systems
- Assist with study start preparation activities including requests for equipment, ordering materials, generating study distribution list, study calendar review, and scheduling pre-study meetings.
- Assist in preparation and/or review of study specific forms, labels, and memos.
- Assist in preparation and/ or review of deviations according to SOP.
- Assist with responses to Quality Assurance Unit (QAU) audits.
- Monitor study timelines and update schedules, notifying the SD of potential delays.
- Generate tables. Performs complex analysis to verify the accuracy, applicability, and reasonableness of project work. Provides major contributions to the technical planning of project work including recommending and implementing improved methods for new approaches.
- Perform protocol/report QC.
- Prepare study files for archiving per SOP, GLP and client specifications. Provides recommendations into the planning and scheduling of project work, vendors, and staff. Trains and guides staff members to complete projects. Assists in conducting training classes to less experienced staff. Provides input into performance reviews.
- Assist with client meetings/visits/audits as needed.
- Assist with proposal preparation and review. Performs assignments involving responsibility for planning and conducting a complete project.
- Assist with study cost estimate preparation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Works on assignments that are highly complex in nature where independent action, creativity and initiative are required in assisting with problem resolution and in the development and implementation of recommended actions. Demonstrates multi-tasking abilities.
Key Qualifications
- Associate degree in related field; 5 years of experience with 2 years of applicable experience (laboratory environment); or an equivalent combination of education and or experience in a related field.
- Demonstrated detail-orientation and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated ability to problem solve, work independently, and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated knowledge in Excel, Word, Access, and SharePoint
- Demonstrated communication and English language/ grammar skills.
- Working knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) in support of non-clinical studies.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).
- Must be willing to work in a biosafety level 2 (BSL2) environment and able to wear appropriate respiratory protection.
- Must be willing to be immunized with licensed and FDA approved vaccines and medications recommended for persons at risk to occupational exposure of biological agents.
- Must be willing to participate in periodic drug screening.
Additional requirements may be requested at a future date:
- Ability to obtain/maintain DoJ Security Risk Assessment (SRA) approval.
- Ability to obtain/maintain CDC Select Agent Program approval.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Working knowledge of Provantis.
- Experience with Microsoft Azure or similar data storage solutions.
- Experience working with and managing large data sets
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.
- 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.
- Flexible work arrangements: You have options for where you work and when you work.
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.
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