Battery Materials Scientist - Electrochemistry & Proposals

University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

University of South Carolina is seeking an Assistant Scientist in the Department of Chemical Engineering, Columbia campus, to advance battery materials research and cell development. The role includes synthesis, characterization, and rigorous testing, with responsibilities spanning data analysis, reporting, and proposal development.

The position emphasizes budgeting, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and preparation of manuscripts for dissemination in funded projects.

Qualifications

• Requires a terminal degree (PhD or similar) and one year of post-graduate job-related experience.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English.
• Experience with electrochemical data collection and analysis.
• Experience with proposal and manuscript writing.
• Budgeting experience.

Responsibilities

• Materials Synthesis and Characterization: Synthesize and process battery materials, prepare materials for electrodes and cell assembly, and characterize composition and properties.
• Cell Assembly and Performance Testing: Assemble cells and operate testing systems to evaluate battery performance under controlled conditions.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyze data, prepare technical reports, sponsor deliverables and publications, and coordinate with teams.
• Proposal writing: Develop and submit competitive grant proposals and translate findings into opportunities.
• Project Budget Monitoring: Track expenditures and ensure funding aligns with project timelines.

Skills

Communication

Electrochemical data analysis

Proposal writing

Publication writing

Budgeting

Education

PhD or equivalent terminal degree

Job description

University of South Carolina is seeking an Assistant Scientist in the Department of Chemical Engineering, Columbia campus, to advance battery materials research and cell development. The role includes synthesis, characterization, and rigorous testing, with responsibilities spanning data analysis, reporting, and proposal development.

The position emphasizes budgeting, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and preparation of manuscripts for dissemination in funded projects.