Materials Scientist I: Ceramics for Solid-State Batteries

Ionstoragesystems; Beltsville (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, disability, &

Stock options

Company and floating holidays

17 days PTO

401(k) with 4% match

Wellness allowance

Job summary

Ion Storage Systems in Beltsville, MD seeks a motivated scientist or engineer to join the Ceramics R&D team and advance solid-state lithium metal battery technology. In this hands-on role you will design experiments, fabricate ceramic materials, and analyze data to improve solid electrolytes and manufacturing processes.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years lab experience and a relevant degree, strong communication, and teamwork, with a detail-oriented, fast-moving mindset.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience conducting research in a laboratory setting.
• Experience with analytical techniques such as SEM, XRD, particle size analysis, FTIR.
• Ability to communicate clearly, openly, and efficiently.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Eagerness to contribute and work collaboratively in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Responsibilities

• Learn key stages of the solid electrolyte processing and fabrication method.
• Design experiments related to solid electrolyte materials and processes (coating, casting, sintering).
• Conduct and monitor experiments, characterize products, and analyze results.
• Document experimental methods, results, and uncertainties.
• Propose ideas to improve products or processes to the team.
• Maintain lab cleanliness and promote EH&S in daily work.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

MS in Materials Science & Engineering

MS in Chemical Engineering

MS in Ceramic Engineering

MS in Mechanical Engineering

MS in Chemistry

Tools

SEM

XRD

FTIR

Particle size analysis

Job description

Ion Storage Systems in Beltsville, MD seeks a motivated scientist or engineer to join the Ceramics R&D team and advance solid-state lithium metal battery technology. In this hands-on role you will design experiments, fabricate ceramic materials, and analyze data to improve solid electrolytes and manufacturing processes.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years lab experience and a relevant degree, strong communication, and teamwork, with a detail-oriented, fast-moving mindset.