Staff Research Scientist - Nanoparticle Synthesis
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Employment type:
Full time
Experience required:
Intermediate
Salary
Salary not provided
About the company:
Our next-gen anode material is the first significant chemistry improvement to lithium-ion batteries to reach the market in 30 years. Our silicon anode material is a simple drop-in replacement to graphite and significantly boosts the energy density of lithium-ion batteries without compromising performance.
Today, Sila science powers innovative consumer electronics. Tomorrow, it will fuel our EV future and the electrification of everything.
We work directly with leading consumer electronics and automotive OEMs to help accelerate product roadmaps, and partners with battery manufacturers commercial cell production. Our partners include BMW, Daimler, and ATL.
Sila Nano works directly with leading consumer electronics and automotive OEMs to help accelerate product roadmaps, and partners with battery manufacturers commercial cell production.
Sila Nano’s first products significantly increase the energy density of state-of-the-art lithium-ion batteries. Our materials are manufacturable economically at scale and are drop-in replacements to existing battery manufacturing processes.
About Us
We are Sila, a next-generation battery materials company. Our mission is to power the world’s transition to clean energy. To create this future, our team is building a better lithium-ion battery from the inside out today. We engineer and manufacture ground-breaking battery materials that significantly increase the energy density of batteries, while reducing their size and weight. The result? Smaller more powerful batteries that can unlock innovation in consumer devices and accelerate the mass adoption of electric cars to eliminate our dependence on fossil fuels. We're tackling one of the biggest challenges of our time every day, and together we're redefining what's possible. Are you ready to be a part of a team committed to changing the world?
Who You Are
As a Staff Research Scientist, you will be at the forefront of conducting leading-edge research for next-generation lithium-ion battery technology. You are a scientist with extensive experience in nanoparticle design, synthesis, and characterization. The ideal candidate will have a track record of innovation and driving fundamental understandings in your field. Primary responsibilities will include developing advanced anode materials and collaborating across technical teams to achieve critical technical and project milestones, enabling the commercialization of next-generation battery materials.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Lead the design and synthesis of new nanoparticle materials for use as next-generation anode materials
- Propose and explore new technical pathways to achieve project milestones
- Characterize anode materials and determine structure-property relationships to guide future research directions
- Collaboratively evaluate anode performance in battery cells
- Evaluate commercial readiness and support commercialization of Sila materials
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
- Ph.D. in Chemistry, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering
- 5+ years of industry experience
- Hands-on experience with sol-gel nanoparticle synthesis with a strong background in particle science
- Strong understanding of colloidal science, interfacial chemistry, and dispersion techniques
- Experience with electrochemistry and solid-state synthesis a plus
- Ability to conduct independent research to drive scientific breakthroughs
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
- Wear personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, a lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, and steel-toe safety shoes
- Able to work in a laboratory using glove boxes and fume hoods
- Pass a respirator fit test and be able to wear respiratory protection on an occasional basis
- Move long distances (such as from building to building) and be stationary for extended periods of time
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The starting base pay for this role is between $146,000 and $195,500 at the time of posting. The actual base pay within these ranges depends on many factors, such as education, experience, and skills. Base pay is only one part of Sila’s competitive Total Rewards package that can include benefits, perks, equity, and bonuses. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future
Working at Sila
We believe that building a diverse team at Sila helps us amplify our individual talents. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment where good ideas are free to come from anyone. We are proud to celebrate diversity and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, national origin, or any other status protected by law.
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