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
We are currently seeking a Quality Control Coordinator – Environmental Testing. This position is a full-time opportunity located in Norwell, MA.
This role is responsible for gathering, tracking, and verifying data and information from multiple sources and performing completeness checks on analytical data packages and final reports prior to release. Working under written and verbal instructions, the coordinator partners with analysts, project managers, and outside parties to ensure deliverables are complete, accurate, and on time, while supporting continuous improvement in laboratory reporting processes.
Responsibilities
As a Quality Control Coordinator – Environmental Testing, the selected individual will support data integrity, reporting accuracy, and cross-functional coordination across the Environmental Testing Laboratory. Responsibilities may include:
- Performs completeness checks on analytical data packages and final reports prior to release, confirming that required results, QC summaries, chain-of-custody documentation, signatures, and client-specified deliverable elements are present.
- Prepares and assembles final data reports and electronic data deliverables (EDDs) in accordance with client and project requirements and turnaround times.
- Gathers, collects, records, tracks, and verifies data and information from multiple sources, including LIMS, laboratory records, and client project requirements.
- Inputs, compiles, reviews, and analyzes data; verifies data entry, qualifiers, and reporting limits in LIMS against project requirements.
- Tracks report status and turnaround times; identifies missing or inconsistent items and coordinates corrections with analysts, technical staff, and project managers.
- Uses department-specific software, including LIMS and Microsoft Office 365, to coordinate and support laboratory initiatives.
- Provides data and information to others on functional unit processes and procedures, including report status and deliverable requirements.
- Follows all laboratory safety policies and Battelle Quality Systems.
- Other coordinating duties as assigned.
- Coordinates activities between laboratory departments, project managers, clients, and outside parties to support timely delivery of results.
- Maintains organized records and documentation to support internal and external audits, accreditation assessments, and responses to client inquiries.
Key Qualifications
- High school diploma and minimum of two years of experience in laboratory operations, data management, reporting, or quality control.
- Strong attention to detail, with excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a production laboratory environment.
- Applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person, as defined by U.S. export control laws.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required; a degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience with LIMS and other laboratory data management systems.
- Experience preparing environmental laboratory data reports and electronic data deliverables (EDDs).
- Familiarity with laboratory quality control terminology and EPA analytical methods, including PFAS methods.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
- Experience using Microsoft Copilot or other AI-assisted tools to streamline data review, documentation, and reporting tasks.
- Experience working with government or commercial clients on environmental testing projects.
Compensation Data
Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $57,500 – $73,100 per year, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions.
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.
- 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.
For more information about our other openings, please visit www.battelle.org/careers