Project Scientist/Engineer Batteries
Location
Newton, MA | United States
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Summary:
Giner, Inc. is seeking a qualified candidate to lead research and development efforts in lithium-sulfur and next generation battery technologies . The Project Scientist/Engineer candidate should have a PhD in materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field. The candidate will work in all aspects of battery cell development, including development of novel battery materials, electrode slurry formulations, electrode coatings, electrolytes, cell fabrication, cell testing, material characterization, and failure analysis characterization. The candidate should have a strong background in lithium-sulfur chemistry, applied electrochemistry, and electrochemical analysis techniques. The candidate should have a strong sense of creativity and curiosity, and a desire to work in a collaborative hands-on lab environment.
The successful candidate should have the ability to work well independently and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers to design, develop, and advance Giner Labs lithium-sulfur and next generation battery technology platforms. The candidate should have excellent written and oral communication skills and a desire to learn and share new technologies and concepts.
Qualifications and Desired Skills: - PhD in materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
- Strong hands-on experience in battery design, with a strong background in lithium-sulfur electrode, electrolyte and full battery R&D.
- Strong background in applied electrochemistry and electrochemical analysis techniques.
- Proficiency in material characterization techniques (SEM, EDX, XPS, Raman, etc.).
- Strong oral and written communication skills ( document results, technical writing, reports, grant writing, SOPs, and oral presentation skills).
- Desire and ability to generate novel research directions and author proposals.
- Ability to think creatively and analytically to solve technical issues.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
- Highly motivated and enjoys working both independently and in a group setting.
Job Description: Giner battery research focuses on a wide range of next generation, beyond Li-ion chemistries. The Project Scientist/Engineer will contribute to all aspects of battery research, working closely with the team to design and carry out experiments. The nature of the work combines technical knowledge and creative problem solving to meet program goals and milestones. This includes experimental design and analysis, fabrication of materials and battery cells as well as testing and analysis of results, material characterization, and failure analysis characterization . Special focus includes translation of technology from lab scale to pilot scale. Project Scientists/Engineers will lead communication of research goals, progress, results and conclusions both internally and externally through technical reports and presentations, with strong oral and written communication skills.
Duties and Responsibilities: - Day to day performance and management of lab work, including materials development, cell building and testing, working in a glovebox and with metal anode cells.
- Carry out design of experiment matrices to improve electrochemical cell performance and cycle life.
- Perform and interpret postmortem analysis using a wide range of characterization techniques.
- Interact with customers through reports, presentations, and deliverables.
- Contribute expertise and bring fresh approaches and skills to complement the existing team.
- Contribute to grant writing.
Additional Desired Qualifications - Experience in solid-state batteries.
- Experience in fabrication and testing of prototype pouch cells.
- Experience in scale-up of battery technology from lab-scale fabrication to pilot scale production (e.g., roll-to-roll and other high throughput methods).
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or protected veteran status.
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