Battery Materials Researcher

1 week ago


Kings Mountain, North Carolina, United States Albemarle Full time
Transforming Energy with Innovation

At Albemarle Corporation, we're committed to building a more resilient world with people and planet in mind. As a key member of our Energy Storage R&D team, you'll have the opportunity to develop cutting-edge lithium-based products and technologies that shape the future of energy.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Foster a culture of safety, health, and environmental responsibility.
  • Design, propose, and conduct experiments to develop new solid-state materials for advanced battery applications.
  • Generate new materials via novel scalable pathways, including high-temperature solid-state synthesis processes.
  • Characterize the composition, crystal structure, and microstructure of cathode materials.
  • Design and conduct electrical/electrochemical performance measurements at both component and cell levels.
  • Plan and execute statistical designs of experiment (DoE's) to identify relevant factors and optimize performance.
  • Mentor junior team members, technicians, and interns, provide technical consultation to cross-functional partners.
Desired Competencies:
  • Strong organizational and project management skills, able to prioritize and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Deep understanding of lithium-ion batteries and cathode chemistry, especially high-nickel cathode materials, including composition-process-performance relationships.
  • Hands-on wet chemistry and synthesis, characterization, and testing of commercial lithium-ion battery materials.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in materials characterization and cell testing methodologies, data analysis, and interpretation.
  • High attention to detail, accuracy, and precision in experimental design and analysis of results.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to simplify complexity for non-technical stakeholders.
Physical Demands:
  • Must be able to work in a laboratory and dry room environment, requiring standing for 25% or more of the time.
  • Must have dexterity to handle delicate battery components and laboratory equipment.
  • Must be able to physically operate scientific equipment and instruments.
Qualifications:
  • PhD in materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related scientific discipline with a minimum of 1-3 years of post-graduate experience in lithium-ion batteries.
  • Strong technical knowledge and experience in battery materials for lithium-ion batteries, and a track record of delivery results.
  • Deep knowledge and strong hands-on experience in inorganic powder material synthesis, from wet chemistry to gas-solid/solid-solid high-temperature processes.
  • A curious, innovative, and highly collaborative mindset.

We're committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package, competitive compensation, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Join us in shaping the future of energy and building a more resilient world.



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