Molecular Biologist Intern (Summer 2025)

Job Title: Molecular Biologist Intern (Summer 2025)

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.

Battelle manages and operates the National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) program, which is solely funded by the National Science Foundation. A 30+ year project dedicated to understanding how changes in climate, land use and invasive species impact ecology, the observatory’s scientists and engineers are collecting a comprehensive range of ecological data on a continental scale across 20 eco-climatic domains representing US ecosystems.  Our teams use cutting-edge technology, including an airborne observation platform that captures images of regional landscapes and vegetation; mobile, relocatable, and fixed data collection sites with automated ground sensors to monitor soil and atmosphere; and trained field crews who observe and sample populations of diverse organisms and collect soil and water data.  Once structures are completed, a leading-edge cyberinfrastructure will calibrate, store and publish this information.  The Observatory includes more than 500+ personnel and is the first of its kind designed to detect and enable forecasting of ecological change at continental scales.

Job Summary

As a Molecular Biologist Intern, you will be joining a multidisciplinary team committed to advancing scientific knowledge and solving our customer’s toughest challenges. Operating in a collaborative environment, the successful candidate will apply their skills in molecular biology to support a number of applied research programs, gaining hands-on laboratory and industry experience.  

The Advanced Technologies team is currently seeking a Molecular Biologist Intern for Summer 2025. This position is located onsite in Columbus, Ohio.

Responsibilities

• Utilize molecular biology techniques to modify biological systems, with support and guidance from senior scientists.
• Assist in the design, set-up, execution, analysis, and reporting of experiments involving standard microbiology laboratory procedures.
• Troubleshoot and improve testing process/procedures.
• Perform literature searches and reviews for information relevant to various projects.
• Adhere to all safety, quality, and security requirements.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data and prepare a poster presentation.

Key Qualifications

• Must be currently pursuing bachelor’s or master's degree in molecular biology or in a related field with laboratory skills in Molecular Biology (e.g., familiarity with polymerase chain reaction (PCR), gel electrophoresis, sequencing, cloning, etc.)
• Proven ability to conduct experiments following standard operating procedures.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• U.S. citizenship and willingness to comply with client nondisclosure agreement (NDA)
• The ability to work full time (40 hours per week) during the entire summer break.
• Familiarity with aseptic techniques, serial diluting, bacterial enumeration.
• Sufficiently medically fit to work in the laboratory to perform assigned duties including the ability to wear personal protection equipment (PPE), lift up to 50 pounds.

Battelle Benefits
Battelle’s benefits program supports employees so they can be at their best at home and at work. It’s a comprehensive package including:

• A benefits concierge service to help you understand and use your benefits
• Paid parental leave and family formation support
• A holistic wellness community and employee assistance program offering physical, mental, financial, legal and family support

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.