Cathode Scientist
Cathode Scientist
Redwood Materials is recruiting a Cathode Scientist to develop the next generation of cathode active materials (CAM). You will directly contribute to creating a sustainable circular economy for lithium-ion batteries by transforming recycled materials into cathode materials for new lithium-ion battery production.
Responsibilities will include:
- Leading technical and scientific programs for the synthesis, characterization, scale-up, and production of cathode active materials from recycled materials
- Participating in technical discussions with external customers to identify product requirements and translate those requirements into projects
- Providing technical advice and support to customers both directly and remotely to support the commercialization of cathode active materials
- Creating intellectual property (IP) and working with the legal team to write and file patent applications
- Directly managing a team of Research Technicians to deliver projects, and coach and develop others in the team
- Providing technical expertise to the commercial, business development, and leadership teams
Desired Qualifications
- Master’s Degree or PhD preferred in chemistry, electrochemistry, physics, chemical engineering, materials science, or similar field
- Highly self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset
- Experience and interest in relevant areas such as synthesis, characterization, process scale-up, process engineering or electrochemistry of lithium-ion battery materials
- Strong working knowledge of lithium-ion batteries
- Ability to manage and prioritize activities in a fast-changing environment
- Track record of building trust within internal teams and with external customers
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively
- A passion for sustainability and making the world a better place!
Desired Coursework
- Inorganic Chemistry, Physics, Thermodynamics, LiOn Battery Lab, Co-op/Internships
Compensation Rage
- $80,000 - $110,000
Company Benefits
- Equity
- Flexible Time off
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Annual performance reviews
- Mentorship
- Team offsite events
- Free snacks
- Fun work environment