Battery Slurry & Coating Research Associate - Hands-On Lab

NextGenEnergyJobs

Alameda

Remote

CAD 51,000 - 63,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

NextGenEnergyJobs in Saskatchewan, Canada, is seeking a Research Associate to join the Slurry & Coating team. You will perform lab-scale slurry mixing, drawdown coating, and characterize slurries and coatings while generating data to inform materials development.

The role requires hands-on lab experience, a bachelor’s degree in chemistry/chemical engineering/materials science, and the ability to work with engineers to interpret structure–property relationships.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or materials science or equivalent experience.
6+ months of full-time hands-on laboratory experience.
Experience with slurry mixing, drawdown coating, or rheometry is a plus.
Proficient in electronic documentation and data analysis.

Responsibilities

Perform lab-scale slurry mixing and drawdown coating.
Characterize slurries and coatings (rheometry, particle size, density, thickness, adhesion).
Maintain records of work in an online sample management database.
Calibrate, operate, and troubleshoot characterization equipment.
Document results and communicate findings to scientists and engineers.
Collaborate with technicians, engineers, and scientists to troubleshoot issues.
Uphold safety: maintain clean work areas and handle hazardous materials appropriately.