Staff Electrolyte Scientist

Anthro; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 Vacation Days

10+ Holidays

Sick time off

Full medical, dental, and vision coverage

401k with match

Paid parental leave

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Job summary

A leading energy technology firm in California is seeking a Staff Electrolyte Scientist to lead innovation in electrolyte formulations for lithium-ion batteries. This role requires expertise in developing advanced electrolytes for high-Ni cathodes and silicon-based anodes and solving complex interfacial challenges. Ideal candidates will have a PhD and significant industrial experience in materials science, strong hands-on testing capabilities, and excellent data analysis skills. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with a PhD or 10+ years with a MS.
• Experience developing electrolytes for high-Ni cathodes and silicon-based anodes.
• Expertise in electrolyte formulation design and advanced additive engineering.

Responsibilities

• Own the electrolyte formulation strategy for advanced lithium-ion systems.
• Design and develop advanced electrolyte systems for lithium-ion batteries.
• Solve complex interfacial challenges under aggressive operating conditions.

Skills

Electrolyte formulation design

Electrochemical testing

Advanced characterization techniques

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering

MS with 10+ years of experience

Tools

NMR

GC-MS

ICP

XPS

SEM

Job description

Anthro Energy is developing advancedelectrolytesto enable safer, higher-performance lithium-ion batteries. We are seeking a Staff Electrolyte Scientist to lead electrolyte innovation for advanced cell chemistries, including high-Ni, high-voltage NCM, and silicon-dominant anodes.

This is a highly impactful role for a technical leader who can define electrolyte strategy, solve critical interfacial challenges, and translate novel formulations into commerciallyviablebattery systems. You willoperateat the forefront of electrolyte science, driving programs from first-principlesdesignthrough validation in full cells and integration into commercial development.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the electrolyte formulation strategy for advanced lithium-ion systems, with a focus on high-energy-density and high-voltage chemistries.
• Design and developstate-of-the-artelectrolyte systems, including advanced additive packages and next-generation formulations tailored for Si-rich anodes and high-Ni cathodes.
• Solve complex interfacial challenges (SEI/CEI stability, gas evolution, impedance growth, transition metal dissolution) under aggressive operating conditions (high voltage, fast charge, lean electrolyte), toenable long cycle life, fast charging, and robust safety performance.
• Drive deep mechanistic understanding through combined electrochemical and advanced analytical approaches, linking molecular design to cell-level behavior.
• Partner closely with cell engineering and materials teams to co-optimizeelectrolyte, electrode, and cell design.
• Lead electrolyte workstreams in commercial programs, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and manufacturability constraints.
• Set technical direction, define experimental frameworks, and elevate data quality and rigor across electrolyte development efforts.
• Contribute to IP generation and technical differentiation, shaping Anthro’s long-term technology roadmap.

Required Qualifications

• PhD(5+ years)or MS(10+ years)in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related fieldwithexceptional industrytrack record.
• Demonstrated success developing electrolytes for high-Ni cathodes, high-voltagesystemsand/or silicon-based anodes.
• Deepexpertisein electrolyte formulation design, including salt systems, solvent systems, and advanced additive engineering.
• Proven ability to connect interfacial chemistry to cell performance, including diagnosing and resolving degradation mechanisms.
• Strong hands-on experience with electrochemical testing and advanced characterization techniques (e.g., NMR, GC-MS, ICP, XPS, SEM).
• Excellentverbal,writtencommunicationand presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex scientific concepts and deliver structured, impactful messages to cross-functional and leadership audiences.
• Deepdata analysis capability, with a proven ability to interpret complex datasets and drive clear, data-informed technical decisions.
• Ability tooperateindependently whilecollaborating and influencingcross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience bringing electrolyte formulations from concept → pilot → production scale.
• Expertiseincutting-edgeelectrolyte approaches, such as fluorinated systems, or novel additive chemistries.
• Strong understanding of cost-performance tradeoffs and supply chain considerations for electrolyte systems.
• Prior experience working with large-scale commercial battery programs.
• Demonstrated technical leadership, including mentoring scientists and influencing R&D direction.
• Competitive salary and equity compensation commensurate with experience. Expected salary range is $136,000 to $170,000
• 15 Vacation Days, 10+ Holidays, Sick time off
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for team members, 60% coverage for dependents
• 401k with match
• Paid parental leave with flexible return-to-work policy
• Diverse and inclusive work environment