Lab Manager

LionVolt; Eindhoven; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity for growth in a dynamic environment

Be part of pioneering technology

Job summary

LionVolt, a deep-tech startup based in Eindhoven, is looking for an enthusiastic Lab Manager to oversee lab operations for their 3D solid-state battery team. The role includes managing safety, ordering supplies, and ensuring the lab runs smoothly.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in a related field and at least 2 years of management experience in a chemical lab. This is a unique opportunity to be part of innovative battery technology development.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of management experience in a chemical lab.
• Familiarity with electrochemistry or batteries is a plus.
• Ability to maintain a safe lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage lab operations and promote safety.
• Order chemicals and lab equipment.
• Supervise maintenance and calibration of lab equipment.

Skills

Management experience

Occupational health and safety experience

Critical view on processes

Fluent in Dutch

Fluent in English

Education

MBO4 / Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering

Job description

About us

LionVolt is a deep-tech startup working on a revolutionary battery using a 3D anode architecture that will boost battery performance and make an important contribution to achieving global net zero goals. A step change in battery performance is in high demand across our application markets, and our architecture boosts energy density and charging rates without compromising safety or lifetime. Our multinational, highly diverse team comprises 50+ people across multiple locations. Our innovation centre is based at the High Tech Campus in Eindhoven, a leading European innovation hub, and we also operate a cell manufacturing facility in Scotland. In addition, we have recently opened a new production line for 3D anodes at the Brainport Industries Campus (BIC) in Eindhoven, further expanding our manufacturing capacity and giving us everything we need to realise our innovation.

Your Role

As an enthusiastic Lab Manager with experience working in a materials or chemical laboratory environment, you will strengthen our 3D solid-state Battery team in Eindhoven.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the labs of LionVolt, ensuring its continued operation
• Promoting a safe working environment in the role of Safety & Prevention Officer by advising on safety measures, conducting risk assessments, and enforcing preventative measures
• Ordering of chemicals, lab consumables and new lab equipment
• Organizing proper storage and disposal of used lab chemicals/consumables
• Supervision of maintenance, repair, and calibration of lab equipment
• Coordination with operators, process engineering regarding standard laboratory task

This is who we are looking for

• MBO4 / Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering, or related field.
• Min 2 years of management experience in a chemical lab similar environment
• Experience in occupational health and safety
• Having experience with electrochemistry/batteries will be a plus
• Able to apply a critical view on new and existing processes
• You are currently located in the Netherlands and can converse well in Dutch & English

What we offer

• Be part of a pioneering company developing next-generation battery technology.
• Opportunity to grow and develop in a dynamic and innovative environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.