Senior Electrochemist

Would you like to join the European Energetic Transition? FAAM is building a Gigafactory in Teverola for the production of cells, modules, and battery packs for Electric Vehicles, Energy Storage, Industrial, and Special applications. This is to be underpinned by a strong R&D Department. In joining us you will take part in a very strategic project for the European lithium battery value chain.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct electrochemical test on different form factor cells
Demonstrate scalability of new processes and materials, through coin cells, to single and multi-layer pouch cells.
Interpretation and analysis of data for R&D team and support to Production. This includes making recommendations to management.
Manage the electrochemical test team
Work with the R&D team to evaluate new technologies and processes.
Support the effective technology transfer of new designs to the production team.
Support management in the deployment of a Technology Roadmap – including (but not limited to) technologies, active materials and processing.
Participate in European and global conferences and represent the company.
Support the construction/improvement of the R&D team.

Requirements

PhD (Chemistry, Physics, Engineering or related field)
Post-doctoral experience in electrochemical testing of metal ion batteries or industrial experience of the equivalent (5+ years)
Strong knowledge of cathode and anode materials, as well as other components (e.g. separators/electrodes, battery devices, etc.)
Experience in the manufacturing process of Li-on cells
Experience in R&D projects
Fluency in English (oral and written) is a MUST
Fluency in Italian (oral and written) is a PLUS
Ability to work under pressure, with flexibility and to manage tight deadlines

Work conditions

Location in Teverola, Caserta, Southern Italy
Live and work close to Naples, Costiera Amalfitana, Capri, and Rome
Stimulating work environment in a pleasant office setting alongside your team
Full-time job
Salary to be defined with Management (negotiable)
Competitive conditions, including a free healthcare system based on the Italian public system, and company-managed pension schemes

Start date:

ASAP, on-site

Useful Links

FAAM Website
State aid:
Commission approves €3.2 billion public support by seven Member States for a pan-European research and innovation project in all segments of the battery value chain
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