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Mid-level Cyber Applied Mathematician

Battelle
Battelle Salary
Columbus, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 1/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/10/2026
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’s Cyber Trust and Analytics division is seeking a Mid-level Cyber Applied Mathematician to work in our Columbus, Ohio location.

As a Mathematician at Battelle you will have the opportunity to hone your skills solving hard mathematical problems that arise from physical and software systems. Daily activities include algorithm implementation and customization and mathematical analysis while working closely with engineers.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the team to aid in the selection, design, implementation, and optimization of novel mathematical techniques applied to cyber security problems
  • Support the latest team’s research and development programs
  • Work closely with cyber security experts and engineers to develop effective data solutions
  • Conduct and / or participate in assigned technical tasks and activities with minimum supervision and within time and budget constraints.
  • Work independently and effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment; Effectively communicate ideas with other engineers; and Work with minimal supervision

Key Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field with 5 years of experience or Master’s degree in related field with 2 years of experience or PhD; or an equivalent combination of education and or experience in a related field.
  • Expertise in one or more of the following areas: (Note candidates with only one area of expertise or a closely related area of expertise are still encouraged to apply.)
    • Algebra, Number Theory, Cryptography
    • Graph Theory
    • Quantum Physics, Mathematical Physics or Field Theory
    • Numerical Analysis, Numerical Methods, High-Performance Computing, Modeling or Simulation
    • Symbolic Computation or Solvers
    • Dynamical Systems, Control Theory, Stochastic Processes, Operations Research, or ODEs
  • Demonstrated experience developing in Python, C/C , R, Matlab, Fortran, Verilog, VHDL or another computational language.
  • Experience solving complex problems.
  • Excitement about learning new technical subject areas and curiosity about cyber security problems.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Top-Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working with interdisciplinary teams
  • Experience developing and debugging models or algorithms for real-world data
  • Experience incorporating and choosing techniques from multiple areas of mathematics to solve problems
  • Experience solving problems related to electrical engineering, cyber security, solid state physics, materials science or microelectronics fabrication or design

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.
  • 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).

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

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