Senior Electrochemist

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FAAM

The Senior Electrochemist will play a key role in shaping battery testing and validation capability, supporting the development of next-generation energy storage materials and cell technologies. Working at the interface between research and industrialisation, you will lead electrochemical investigations, establish testing methodologies and ensure high-quality data supports future product development and manufacturing activities.

The Senior Electrochemist will be responsible for:

• Leading electrochemical testing and validation activities for advanced battery materials and cell technologies.
• Designing and implementing test methodologies for cylindrical, pouch and prismatic cell formats.
• Defining equipment requirements and supporting the development of testing capabilities within the facility.
• Conducting and interpreting galvanostatic charge/discharge, cyclic voltammetry (CV), EIS, rate capability and cycle-life studies.
• Coordinating validation programmes, including oversight of third-party testing activities.
• Analysing electrochemical data to identify performance improvements and degradation mechanisms.

The Senior Electrochemist will have:

• A PhD in Electrochemistry, Chemistry, Physics or a related discipline.
• Industrial experience within battery manufacturing, a gigafactory environment or an independent testing organisation.
• Hands-on experience testing cylindrical, pouch and prismatic battery cells.
• Expertise in electrochemical characterisation techniques, including galvanostatic testing, CV, EIS and cycle-life analysis.
• Experience assembling and testing battery cells.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining hands-on electrochemical testing with technical leadership, helping to bridge the gap between research and large-scale deployment. If this opportunity is of interest, apply online with an up-to-date copy of your CV and we will be in touch shortly.