Introduction

This role is responsible for setting up, managing, and operating a coin cell laboratory to support battery material testing and development.

You will play a key role in both the initial lab build-out and ongoing operations, leading electrochemical testing activities, ensuring high standards of safety and quality, and supporting product development efforts.

What are you going to do

Laboratory Setup & Commissioning

Support the design, construction, and commissioning of the laboratory
Assist with procurement and installation of lab equipment
Establish lab workflows, processes, and operating procedures

Oversee day-to-day lab activities and ensure timely execution of testing programs
Manage laboratory inventory including chemicals, consumables, and equipment
Maintain compliance with internal standards and ISO requirements

Coin Cell Testing & Analysis

Assemble and test coin cells to evaluate battery material performance
Conduct electrochemical testing, including:
- Charge/discharge cycling
- Cyclic voltammetry (CV)
- Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) (preferred)
Analyze data and prepare reports for internal stakeholders

Develop, review, and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Ensure all testing and documentation meets quality and regulatory standards
Maintain strong laboratory safety practices and compliance with OSHA regulations

Team Leadership & Collaboration

Supervise and mentor laboratory technicians
Provide technical support to cross-functional teams including operations, quality, and engineering
Act as a key point of contact for lab-related technical issues

Troubleshoot equipment and testing challenges
Improve lab processes and testing methodologies
Stay up to date with developments in battery technology and materials science

Essential skills and knowledge

Master's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
OR Bachelor's degree with at least 5 years of relevant experience
PhD preferred (especially for R&D-focused environments)
Hands-on experience with coin cell assembly (essential)
Experience working in glovebox environments (argon-filled preferred)
Strong background in electrochemical testing methods
Understanding of battery materials and performance metrics
Experience with analytical techniques such as SEM, XRD, XPS, or ICP (preferred)
Strong data analysis skills (Excel, Origin, JMP or similar)
Knowledge of battery safety protocols and lab standards

Closing: 25 April 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: PR-282608

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Corporate recruiter

Angus McIlwraith

Contact

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.