Research Scientist Associate

Nano One Materials Corp.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Vacation & personal time off

RRSP employer match

Performance-based bonuses & equity

Maternity and parental leave top up

Job summary

Nano One Materials Corp. is seeking a Research Scientist Associate to support materials synthesis, characterization, and evaluation in a dynamic R&D environment in Burnaby, BC.

You will learn foundational lab safety, collaborate with engineers and leaders, and help document research findings. Responsibilities include synthesizing and analyzing cathode materials, reporting results from analytical techniques, and contributing to scale-up toward commercialization.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate in chemistry, materials engineering, chemical engineering, or related field.
• Strong data analysis and report writing skills.
• Experience working in a collaborative R&D team.
• Hands-on experience with tools, laboratory apparatus and analytical equipment.
• Knowledge of electrochemistry and related characterization techniques is a plus.
• Familiarity with materials characterization methods (XRD, SEM, FTIR, ICP-OES, etc.) would be an asset.
• Willingness to learn and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Commitment to personal safety and promoting a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform synthesis and analysis of cathode materials.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and leaders to scale Nano One technology.
• Interpret and report results from analytical techniques.
• Establish relationships between process, structure and function for commercialization.
• Fabricate, assemble, and test electrochemical cells for performance/durability.
• Characterize nanoscale materials using multiple techniques.
• Assist with lab organization, equipment upkeep and safety practices.
• Learn and follow guidance from senior team members.

Skills

Good laboratory work

Data analysis

Report writing

Collaborative teamwork

Willingness to learn

Lab equipment handling

Education

Chemistry / Materials Engineering / Chemical Engineering degree

Tools

XRD

TGA/DSC

SEM

EDX

FTIR

ICP-OES

CHN analyzers

PSA

Job description

ABOUT NANO ONE:

Nano One® Materials Corp. is a clean technology company with a patented, scalable and low carbon intensity industrial process for the low-cost production of high-performance lithium-ion battery cathode materials. We are trailblazing a better way to make battery materials for electric vehicles, energy storage and consumer electronics in the global push for a zero-emission future. We leverage our know-how to address scale-up challenges of the energy transition using our patented process which produces low-cost, high-performance lithium-ion battery materials. Our team focuses on continuous innovations to leapfrog the status quo by solving tomorrow’s problems. Nano One is a well-funded, publicly traded company with a diverse team of scientists and experienced business-people.

We are changing how the world makes battery materials

and we need your help. We are looking for talented and creative people to join our team as we scale-up towards commercialization.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Research Scientist Associate will support materials synthesis, characterization, and evaluation efforts while learning foundational lab safety, collaborative teamwork, and research documentation practices in a dynamic R&D environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform synthesis and analysis of cathode materials.


• Work with engineers, technicians, and company leaders to scale and commercialize Nano One technology.


• Interpret and report on results from various analytical techniques.


• Establishes process/structure/function relationships as they relate to the commercialization of Nano One’s technology.


• Fabricate, assemble, and test electrochemical cell for performance and durability.


• Conduct physical characterization of nanoscale materials using a variety of techniques.


• Support lab organization and contribute to the upkeep of equipment and safety protocols.


• Learn and adhere to lab safety practices and company policies.


• Seek and follow guidance of more senior team members to learn best practices.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Recent graduate in chemistry, materials engineering, chemical engineering, or related field.


• Good laboratory work practice as well as competency in data analysis and report writing.


• Experience working in a collaborative R&D team environment.


• Hands-on experience with tools, laboratory apparatus and analytical equipment.


• Knowledge of electrochemistry and related characterization techniques is a plus.


• Proficiency in the principles and techniques for a range of methods in materials characterization (e.g. XRD, TGA/DSC, SEM, PSA, EDX, FTIR, CV, ICP-OES, CHN analyzers) would be an asset.


• Willingness to learn new techniques and collaborate with cross-functional teams.


• Commitment to personal safety and promoting a safe work environment.

BENEFITS:

• Comprehensive health coverage that covers health, dental and vision benefits, virtual care, and an Employee Assistance Program and Health or Personal Spending Account.


• Paid time off for vacation, flex, personal, and sick days.


• Up to 6% employer match for RRSP.


• Potential for performance-based bonuses and equity linked to personal and company success.


• Maternity and parental leave top up.

Here at Nano One, we strive to create a work culture where everyone feels valued and respected.We believe in equal opportunities for all individuals and ensure that we are always recruiting, retaining, and promoting individuals who foster creativity and fresh perspectives.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants to apply.