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Solid-State Electrolyte ScientistTaiSan • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
Solid-State Electrolyte Scientist

Solid-State Electrolyte Scientist

TaiSan • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
30+ days ago
Job type
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Job description

Location: Cambridge, UK
Department: R&D / Advanced Battery Development
Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Battery Scientist/Engineer to lead the development of next-generation semi-solid, quasi-solid, and all-solid-state batteries in pouch cell format. This role focuses on interfacial engineering, particularly involving metallic anodes, and requires deep expertise in both lithium and sodium battery chemistries.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and optimize semi-solid, quasi-solid, and all-solid-state battery systems in pouch cell configurations
  • Conduct in-depth interface analysis between solid electrolytes and metallic anodes (e.g., Li, Na), including interphase formation and stability
  • Develop strategies to improve interfacial kinetics, reduce impedance, and enhance cycle life and safety
  • Evaluate and optimize electrolyte formulations (polymer, hybrid, or inorganic) for compatibility with high-energy systems
  • Lead metallic anode integration, including dendrite suppression and plating/stripping efficiency
  • Design and execute electrochemical testing protocols (EIS, cycling, rate capability, etc.)
  • Collaborate with materials scientists and engineering teams to scale from lab to prototype cells
  • Analyze failure mechanisms and implement performance improvements
  • Stay current with emerging technologies and contribute to IP and publications

Required Qualifications

  • PhD or Master’s degree in Materials Science, Electrochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field
  • Proven experience working with lithium and/or sodium battery chemistries
  • Hands-on experience with solid-state, semi-solid, or quasi-solid battery systems
  • Strong understanding of interfaces in battery systems, especially solid electrolyte–metal anode interactions
  • Experience with pouch cell design, assembly, and testing
  • Proficiency in electrochemical characterization techniques (e.g., EIS, CV, galvanostatic cycling)
  • Familiarity with advanced characterization tools (SEM, XPS, TEM, etc.) for interface analysis

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working with metallic lithium and/or sodium anodes
  • Knowledge of dendrite mitigation strategies and interfacial coatings
  • Background in polymer electrolytes or hybrid solid electrolytes
  • Experience scaling battery technologies from lab to pilot level
  • Track record of patents or publications in advanced battery technologies

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge battery technologies
  • Collaborative and innovation-driven environment
  • Competitive compensation and benefits
  • Career growth in a rapidly evolving field
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