Research Associate – Electrolysis & Battery Materials

About the Role

We are looking for three motivated Research Associates with a strong foundation in electrochemistry and chemical experimentation to join our battery recycling and critical minerals R&D team. The selected candidates will work on electrolysis-based metal recovery, lithium-ion battery materials, and electrochemical process development.

This is a hands-on laboratory role requiring individuals who are passionate about research, experimentation, and technology development. Candidates with prior experience in industrial R&D laboratories, electrochemical research, or chemical process development will be preferred.

Educational Qualification

Essential

• M.Sc. in Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Materials Science, Inorganic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, or related disciplines.

Preferred

• 2–3 years of industrial or research experience.
• Experience working in research laboratories, chemical laboratories, or electrochemical R&D facilities.
• Prior experience with battery materials or electrochemical processes is desirable.

Preferred Industry Background

Candidates with experience from the following domains are encouraged to apply:

• Electrochemical research laboratories
• Metallurgical and materials research organizations
• Academic research laboratories or Analytical and research facilities

Key Responsibilities

Electrolysis Experiments

• Prepare and execute electrolysis experiments.
• Assemble and operate electrochemical cells and associated equipment.
• Optimize operating parameters such as current density, voltage, electrolyte concentration, and temperature.
• Evaluate current efficiency and process performance.

Experimental Operations

• Prepare reagents and electrolyte solutions.
• Conduct laboratory experiments according to established protocols.
• Record observations and maintain laboratory notebooks.
• Assist in process optimization studies.

Electrochemical Characterization

• Should be familiar with equipment like DC power supply, Flow Cells, CO2 Cylinders & industry grade chemicals.
• Perform cyclic voltammetry and galvanostatic studies.
• Measure pH, conductivity, and other process parameters.
• Support sample preparation for analytical characterization.

Data Analysis and Documentation

• Maintain detailed experimental records.
• Analyze and summarize experimental data.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations.
• Support SOP development and laboratory documentation.

Laboratory Operations

• Ensure safe chemical handling practices.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and consumables & Follow EHS procedures and quality standards.
• Support day-to-day R&D activities.

Required Technical SkillsPreferred Expertise

• Electrolysis and electrochemical systems
• Electrochemical experimentation
• Wet chemistry techniques
• Solution preparation and titration
• Laboratory instrumentation
• Experimental data analysis
• Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)

Instruments and Equipment

Experience with any of the following is desirable:

• Potentiostat/Galvanostat
• DC power supplies
• Electrolysis cells
• pH meters
• Conductivity meters
• Analytical balances
• Vacuum filtration systems
• Hot plates and magnetic stirrers

Experience

• 2–3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in research laboratories, electrochemical process development, battery materials, or chemical R&D will be preferred.

Positions Available: 3

Keywords

Electrochemistry, Battery Materials, Chemical R&D, Materials Science, Wet Chemistry.

Pay: ₹300,000.00 - ₹600,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Life insurance
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person