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 SummaryWe are currently seeking a
Division Manager to lead our
Environmental Chemistry Division within our Environment & Agriculture Business Line. The Environmental Chemistry Division specializes in providing analytical services for accredited and performance-based methods for per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) as well as environmental chemicals. The division is responsible for traditional and non-traditional matrices, method development for emerging contaminants or client-specific needs, high end chemistry for characterization and forensics, and chemistry consulting for experimental design and data interpretation.
Battelle is seeking a highly energetic, talented, proactive, and self-motivated individual to lead our growing Environmental Chemistry team. The Division Manager is a very hands-on role and is responsible for the overall operations including division growth and profitability, staff management, vendor management, lab supply inventory, equipment maintenance requirements, new equipment orders, and maintaining a culture of safety and compliance. The Division Manager will work alongside Project Managers and Business Line Sales Leads (for both US Government and Commercial sales) on the implementation of the Environmental Chemistry strategy and the growth of the business.
This is a full-time, on-site role in
Norwell, MA, reporting to the Environment and Agriculture Business Line Director.
Responsibilities - Accountable for the overall profitable performance of the Environmental Chemistry Division. Maintain laboratory profitability and efficiency. Drive improvements in service level, efficiency, and cost reduction through standardization of common practices, implementation lean lab techniques and utilization of metrics.
- Lead annual business planning for the Division, monthly review of implementation, and quarterly performance forecast.
- Develops annual capital plan and laboratory special facilities budget.
- Establish and maintain an infrastructure to enable a structured laboratory operation including lab equipment and instrumentation (i.e., contracts, maintenance, repair, calibration, upgrade and retiring), and lab consumables (i.e., contracts, procurement, order management, inventory management).
- Personnel supervision, time management, and operational efficiency, as well as conflict resolution, personnel skills development and team building.
- Coordination and collaboration with critical corporate services (e.g., Facilities, CIT, Finance/Project Control, ES&H, Quality).
Successful Candidate Will Demonstrate - Understanding of the field of environmental chemistry including market needs, clients, and competitors.
- Proven track record in managing and scaling lab operations, including top-line revenue growth and bottom-line profitable performance.
- Known for being highly customer service oriented and has a track record of anticipating the needs of both internal and external customers.
- Demonstrated drive, curiosity, scientific rigor, and excellent problem-solving skills across a fast-paced performance driven environment.
- Ability to constructively challenge, improve and develop lab operations practices and processes.
- Self-motivated with the proven ability to take ownership and deliver results in an environment with ambiguity and change.
- Ability to collaborate cross functionally and align stakeholders to a common problem or solution.
- Superior communication and interpersonal skills - Oral, written, and formal presentation skills.
- Creative and proactive problem solver; keen ability to anticipate needs in a lab environment, solving problems with sound judgment.
Key Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in chemistry. A degree in science or engineering related discipline may be acceptable if experience in analytical chemistry and/or management of analytical laboratories is demonstrated.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in operational leadership in an analytical laboratory.
- 5+ years of proven success leading teams of lab operations staff and vendors.
- 5+ years demonstrated experience with leading successful business development efforts for business growth.
- Must be authorized to work in US without sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications - Advanced degree in Chemistry or Business.
- Experience working in an R&D and GLP laboratory environment.
- Subject matter expertise in PFAS.
Benefits: Live an Extraordinary LifeWe 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.
- Flexible work arrangements: You have options for where you work and when you work.
A Work Environment Where You SucceedFor 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 ProtocolsBattelle 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
