Battery Research Lab Technician - Wet Lab

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering company in Oxfordshire as a Research Lab Technician in the Characterisation & Material Science Lab. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to analyse and develop lithium-ion battery materials, supporting R&D projects that foster a sustainable future. This role combines technical expertise with innovation in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a wet lab environment, particularly with battery or chemical material characterisation.
• Hands-on experience with ICP, GC-MS, wet chemical analysis, and titration methods.
• Familiarity with lab safety protocols and hazardous materials.

Responsibilities

• Accurately prepare anode, cathode, and electrolyte formulations while maintaining safety standards.
• Use techniques like ICP and GC-MS to analyse materials.
• Design and optimise test methods for novel materials.

Skills

Analytical Lab Experience

Technical Expertise

Safety Conscious

Team Player

Organised & Methodical

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Degree in Analytical Chemistry

Degree in Materials Science

Degree in Electrochemistry

Tools

ICP

GC-MS

UV/IR Spectroscopy

Ion Chromatography

Titration Methods

Job description

Job Description

Research Lab Technician – Characterisation & Material Science Lab

Oxfordshire | Full-Time | Onsite

Join a scale-up with the backing of Tata Sons

Agratas is on a mission to power a more sustainable future. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Sons, we are designing, developing, and manufacturing cutting-edge lithium-ion batteries for the mobility and energy sectors. Backed by Tata’s legacy and scale, we’re a bold and ambitious scale-up with a start-up mindset—and we’re just getting started.

At our state-of-the-art R&D facility in Oxfordshire, we’re building something special. Now, we’re looking to expand our talented Characterisation & Material Science Lab team with a passionate Research Lab Technician ready to drive innovation at the forefront of battery technology.

About the Role

As a Research Lab Technician, you’ll play a vital part in the analysis and understanding of Li-ion battery materials and intermediates. Working closely with a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and electrochemists, you'll apply your skills in wet chemistry and analytical techniques to accelerate material discovery and improve battery performance.

Your work will support both ground-breaking R&D projects and core Service Centre operations, helping to characterise components such as electrolytes, active materials, and battery interfaces.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Material Preparation & Handling – Accurately prepare anode, cathode, and electrolyte formulations while maintaining high standards of safety and quality control.
• Chemical & Physical Characterisation – Use techniques like ICP, GC-MS, ion chromatography, UV/IR spectroscopy, and advanced titrations to analyse materials.
• Method Development – Design and optimise test methods for novel materials and ensure efficient digestion/sample prep, especially with HF.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner with electrochemists and material scientists to support Li-ion cell development and post-mortem analyses.
• Lab Stewardship – Own equipment calibration, routine checks, and compliance documentation to keep the lab operating at peak performance.

What We’re Looking For

• Analytical Lab Experience – Proven experience in a wet lab environment, particularly with battery or chemical material characterisation.
• Technical Expertise – Hands-on experience with ICP, GC-MS, wet chemical analysis, and titration methods.
• Safety Conscious – Familiarity with lab safety protocols, chemical handling, and hazardous materials such as HF.
• Team Player – Collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills to work effectively across technical teams.
• Organised & Methodical – Strong organisational skills with a knack for managing lab inventory and documentation.

Qualifications: Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Materials Science, Electrochemistry or a related field.

Why Agratas?

At Agratas, we do more than build batteries—we build futures. This is your chance to join a fast-moving business that combines the agility of a start-up with the resources and stability of Tata Sons.

Here, your work will directly contribute to the clean energy transition. You'll be supported, celebrated, and empowered to do the best work of your career—while being your authentic self.

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We believe innovation thrives in a culture of inclusivity. At Agratas, we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, races, genders, abilities, and identities. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know.

Ready to Power What’s Next?

Apply today to be part of the team shaping the future of sustainable energy.