Positions held at Battelle 1980-2013:
- Quality System Manager, Medical Products
- Unit Manager
- Principal Research Scientist, Product Development Group
- Research Scientist
- Researcher
Karen was one of the earliest women to be hired into a technical position by Battelle, and retired from the organization in 2013 following a distinguished 33-year service record. During her time, Karen was a mentor to many young women at Battelle.