Senior Scientist
Mitra Chem is a growth-stage startup developing sustainable Li-ion battery cathodes in the heart of Silicon Valley. Our high-throughput acceleration platform shortens the lab-to-production timeline by >90% through vertically integrated process optimization and cutting-edge artificial intelligence applications. Our iron-rich cathodes are industry proven drivers of EV, ESS, and consumer electronics applications, and our team of industry leaders is developing a robust supply chain and manufacturing pipeline to deliver Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) qualified cathodes to our customers.
We have set up a state-of-the-art 15,000 sq ft industrial R&D center in Mountain View, CA. Join our team and be a part of the growing battery revolution.
We are looking for a Senior Scientist to design, develop, and scale-up the production of innovative materials, leveraging Mitra Chem’s accelerated R&D infrastructure.
Responsibilities:
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We have set up a state-of-the-art 15,000 sq ft industrial R&D center in Mountain View, CA. Join our team and be a part of the growing battery revolution.
We are looking for a Senior Scientist to design, develop, and scale-up the production of innovative materials, leveraging Mitra Chem’s accelerated R&D infrastructure.
Responsibilities:
- Determine cathode product strategies and identify chemical and synthesis design spaces that address current and future customer needs
- Learn, establish, and leverage chemical design and synthesis rules to create cathodes with optimal composition, interfacial properties, morphology, and electrochemical characteristics
- Develop and test hypotheses based on scientific literature
- Oversee experiments, including synthesis, metrology, cell prototyping, and cell testing
- Translate between end-application needs and material design parameters
- Conduct sophisticated design-of-experiments, utilizing modern informatics approaches
- Work closely with the R&D and software infrastructure teams to develop Mitra’s products
- Evaluate and experiment with routes for scaling-up powder production
- Battery cathode synthesis and analytical characterization through a Master’s or PhD degree in chemistry, physics, materials science, chemical engineering, or a related field, and/or substantial industry experience
- Functioning independently with limited supervision
- Working within cross-functional teams
- Electrochemical testing of materials in battery cells
- Quantitative background in statistical analysis and programming tools
- Experience with simulations and/or computational modeling is a plus
- Competitive compensation package including company equity
- Comprehensive benefits including health, vision and dental insurance, Tax-free spending accounts, along with life and disability insurances
- 401k matching and savings programs
- Flexible time off with company holidays
- Free daily lunch and snacks
- The estimated base salary range for this role is $145,000-$165,000
- Additionally, this role is eligible to participate in a bonus and equity plan
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