Analytical Scientist at Solugenix Corp

Analytical Scientist

Irvine, CA (Hybrid)

Direct Hire

Job ID 2024-9850

Solugenix is assisting a client in their search for an Analytical Scientist. This is a direct hire opportunity based out of Irvine, CA (Hybrid).

Our client’s research and development team are looking for a Senior Staff Scientist II to join the team that specializes in material and cell degradation mechanism analysis for fast charge and high energy density lithium-ion batteries. The successful candidate will be focusing on advanced characterization techniques, to achieve long cycle/calendar life and high safety performance for silicon anode-based lithium-ion batteries.

Qualifications:

• PhD in a relevant field with 1 or more years post-degree in commercial/industrial R&D.
• S. or B.S. with 5+ years’ experience with deep knowledge in lithium-ion chemistry and battery components, especially in silicon chemistry will be considered.
• Experience in lithium-ion battery material and cell degradation mechanism analysis, especially in the electric vehicle space, will be positively considered.
• Specific experience with silicon anode chemistry is highly desired.
• Deep understanding of lithium-ion battery fundamentals.
• The successful candidate will be a resourceful problem solver with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a team player, as well as provide creative "out-of-the-box" solutions and approaches. This position will require a high level of maturity, drive, and flexibility to work in a rapidly developing environment with a strong hands-on focus.
• Demonstrated capability of designing experiments and analyzing data to drive decisions in an R&D environment.
• Deep understanding of electrochemistry and experience with electrochemical analysis techniques such as CV, LSV, EIS, 3-electrode cell measurements, and common potentiostatic and galvanostatic methods.
• Experience with analysis techniques such as SEM, EDS, XCT, image processing, FTIR, NMR, GC, XPS, Raman, BET, TEM, XRD, porosimetry, tortuosity, and mechanical stress measurements.
• Proficiency in utilizing Minitab and/or Excel for data analysis.
• Outstanding written communication skills applied to the preparation of presentations, patent disclosures, and written instructions.

Responsibilities:

• Provide project leadership to design experiments using a combination of electrochemical, material, and imaging techniques for the analysis of Lithium-ion batteries and materials.
• Conduct and analyze data from material and cell degradation mechanism studies to provide leadership to the research team on potential solutions.
• Investigate hypotheses related to the cell performance using electrochemical and analytical techniques while documenting the conclusions.
• Maintain an understanding of state-of-the-art analysis techniques through literature review and vendor collaboration.
• Collaborate with engineering, R&D, and marketing teams to identify and meet all requirements and targets.
• All other duties as assigned.

Annual Base Salary Range for CA, CO, IL, NJ, NY, WA, and DC: $120,000 to $135,000. Actual compensation offered may vary depending on factors including but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training and/or experience.

About the Client:
Our client is a Li-ion battery technology Company.

About Solugenix

Solugenix is an information technology services company known for its deep experience and knowledge in providing comprehensive technology services, solutions, and talent support for companies around the world. The company offers a variety of cutting edge and talent support solutions to promote growth and cutting-edge advancement to our esteemed clients and candidates. We provide these talent support solutions on a contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire basis. We also have additional resources from our staffing partners to ensure the right match and expertise for the best result.

For over 50 years, global and local brands have trusted Solugenix as an added resource and partner in taking steps to ensure their immediate and future success. In addition to generating ground-breaking, industry-defining solutions, Solugenix has been delivering the talent and support needed to make it happen. We are dedicated to partnering with clients and candidates whose core values also foster a culture of professionalism, teamwork, and integrity.