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This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.
Your Role
The Scientist III - Energy Storage Materials will develop and evaluate new materials science products in the field of battery technology for energy related research. The Scientist will have a deep understand of customers’ workflow and pain points experienced as well as knowledge of current and emerging trends and challenges in the field of energy storage. That understanding will be used to design new products that are easy to use and fit for purpose. Some of the key responsibilities of the role are:
- Identify market needs and help shape a best in class portfolio of energy storage materials
- Fabricate small scale energy storage devices and measure performance characteristics.
- Use a variety of wet chemical synthesis, purification, and formulation techniques as well as set design requirements and characterize materials
- Scale-up synthesis and formulation methods and transfer the technology to the Production group
- Work closely with the Product Management team, QC team, Business Development and Technology Development team, Production team, and external collaborators
- Contribute to a strong IP portfolio including trade secrets and patents
- Understand the business and customer needs, identify market opportunities, and contribute to strategies and tactics of product development
- Represent R&D at internal and external events such as technical conferences, meetings, and customer engagements
Who You Are
Minimum Qualifications:
- PhD in chemistry, materials science, or other scientific discipline with 3+ years’ experience in manufacturing or testing of energy storage materials
Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD in a chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or other scientific discipline with 5+ years’ experience
- Experience in chemical synthesis and materials science including synthesis and formulation of energy storage materials
- Knowledge of techniques and workflows used in materials science applications including energy storage devices
- Knowledge of the materials science research market including companies (material providers and producers), major research areas including focus areas for grants and other funding, and gaps in commercially available materials
- Excellent written and oral communication skills including the ability to write technical reports, summarize data, and make effective presentations
- Self-motivated, have strong interpersonal skills, be a team player, and able to work with cross-functional teams
- Knowledge of safe chemical handling procedures
- Basic chemical analysis (GC, mp, HPLC, IR, UV-vis, NMR). Knowledge of spectra interpretation and mathematics
- Experience with techniques such as Ionic conductivity measurements, SEM, TEM, ICP-OES, powder XRD, DLS, Zeta-potential, XPS, GC-MS, LC-MS, and wet chemical analysis
- Excellent organizational, time management and interpersonal skills
RSREMD
What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!
Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!
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