R&D Scientist – Advanced Battery Technology

Main responsibilities 

• Lead and contribute to research on next-generation battery concepts, focusing on safety, energy and power density, inter-component stability, and production cost reduction at the battery cell level.
• Develop and optimize new solvent-free, scalable, and sustainable manufacturing processes for electrode and electrolyte layers.
• Assemble and test battery prototypes in both coin and pouch cell formats, evaluating key performance metrics such as cycle life, energy efficiency, and charge/discharge characteristics.
• Utilize advanced physico-chemical (XRD, Raman), morphological (SEM), and electrochemical (impedance spectroscopy, galvanostatic cycling, cyclic voltammetry) characterization methods to analyze and improve battery components.
• Design and develop large-area integrated thin-film battery architectures, exploring new material combinations and process flows to enhance battery performance.
• File patents and contribute to intellectual property development based on innovative research findings.
• Manage and participate in national and European-funded research projects, ensuring milestones and objectives are met while preparing technical reports and research plans.
• Communicate findings at renowned international conferences, contribute to scientific publications, and present results to industry partners.
• Work closely with engineers, scientists, and industry stakeholders to bridge the gap between research and practical applications.
• Provide mentorship and supervision to junior researchers, students, and interns, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

Requirements

• PhD in a relevant field (Battery Technology, Chemistry, Materials Science, Applied Physics, or a related discipline).
• At least 3 years of experience in battery R&D, with expertise in one or more of the following areas:
• • Coin and pouch cell assembly and electrochemical performance testing.
  • Thin-film deposition and advanced electrode preparation (wet/dry).
  • Solid-state electrolytes, lithium/sodium metal anodes, and next-generation cathode materials.
  • Electrocatalysts for oxygen evolution/reduction reactions in metal-air battery systems.
  • Advanced characterization techniques, including XRD, Raman spectroscopy, SEM, EIS, galvanostatic cycling, and cyclic voltammetry.
• A hands-on, problem-solving mindset with a strong ability to design and execute experiments independently.
• Ability to coordinate and manage research projects, ensuring timely delivery of results.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).

Please note that if you do not hear back from us within 10 days of your application, you may assume that we have selected another candidate we would like to interview for this position. We do our best to get back to you individually, however, due to a high volume of responses, it can be that we have not been able to reject your application in person.