Battery Research Scientist

Precise Systems, Inc.•Washington, DC

2d•$107,738 - $129,298•Onsite

About The Position

Precise Systems is seeking a Battery Research Scientist to advance and support testing and characterization of rechargeable battery chemistries in multiple form factors, including lithium-metal and lithium-ion. This position requires on-site support. The scientist will design and execute experimental plans to assess the performance and degradation of commercial and laboratory-built electrochemical cells under varied conditions. The role also involves collecting and analyzing large data sets, communicating progress toward programmatic objectives with an interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers, and reporting findings through technical reports, journal publications, and conference presentations. Applicants must have a PhD in a STEM engineering field and 3–5 years of postdoctoral research demonstrating mastery of the relevant subject matter and capabilities. The role requires hands-on battery laboratory expertise, including electrode preparation and electrochemical testing, and requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required due to customer-related sensitivities.

Requirements

PhD in Engineering in a STEM field from an accredited university.
3–5 years of postdoctoral research demonstrating mastery of the subject matter and listed abilities.
Hands-on laboratory expertise in battery electrode preparation and electrochemical testing.
Expertise in electroanalytical chemistry techniques and operando materials characterization methodologies applied to chemistries including lithium-metal and lithium-ion using a variety of electrolytes.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Expertise in developing and applying customized electrochemical test fixtures that enable operando spectroscopy.
Expertise in conventional ex situ materials characterization techniques, such as x-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, and vibrational spectroscopy.

Responsibilities

Design and execute experimental plans to assess performance and degradation of commercial and laboratory-built electrochemical cells under varied experimental conditions.
Collect and analyze large data sets.
Communicate progress toward programmatic objectives with an interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers.
Summarize findings in technical reports, journal publications, and conference presentations.
Advance and support testing and characterization of rechargeable battery chemistries, including lithium-metal and lithium-ion.