Senior Electrode Scientist

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Job Title

Senior Electrode Scientist

Job Summary

Alsym Energy is seeking a highly skilled Senior Electrode Scientist to lead the

development and optimization of high-performance electrode formulations for our proprietary battery technology. You will own the transition from lab-scale innovation to production-ready formulations, focusing on maximizing energy density and cycle life while ensuring manufacturability. This role requires a deep understanding of the interplay between material properties, slurry rheology, and coating parameters to deliver consistent, high-quality electrodes. The ideal candidate is a product-focused scientist who can design rapid, component-level tests to predict cell-level performance.

Industry Background

Energy storage is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the global energy economy, with annual stationary storage capacity additions projected to grow 23% per year from 2025 to 2035, driven by surging electricity demand from electrification, data centers, and AI infrastructure. Alsym Energy is the leading developer of non-flammable, high-performance, low-cost sodium-ion batteries for AI data centers, utilities, commercial real estate and anywhere else energy storage is needed.

Key Qualifications

• PhD in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrochemistry, or a related field.
• 3+ years of battery industry experience specifically in electrode development for Liion or Na-ion batteries.
• Proven ability to relate electrode component properties to cell performance.
• Expertise in slurry rheology characterization and tuning formulations for various coating operations and scales.
• Experience in binder package selection and optimization of conductive carbon additives.
• Hands-on experience with electrode calendering, lamination studies, and adhesion testing.
• Strong understanding of drying profiles and their impact on electrode coating integrity and performance.
• Experience with battery manufacturing unit operations and a focus on scalable production.
• Strong characterization background with failure mode or root cause analysis experience. Prior experience with Karl-Fischer titration, N2 adsorption porosimetry (BET), mercury intrusion porosimetry, pyncnometry, particle size analysis, Raman spectroscopy, and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) are a plus.
• Experience in electrochemical or battery testing techniques such as CV, GITT/PITT, HPPC, dQ/dV, and EIS.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Design and refine anode and cathode formulations to achieve high energy density and long cycle life.
• Conduct electrode calendaring and lamination studies to optimize electrode density, porosity, and contact resistance and understand their impact on cell performance.
• Design and execute component-level tests (e.g., rheology, adhesion, electrolyte wetting) to accurately assess electrode performance and reduce reliance on long-term cell data for development.
• Understand and optimize the effects of drying profiles and coating parameters to improve the quality and consistency of electrodes.
• Recommend formulations robust for large-scale production. Ability to adapt formulations to new mixing and coatings unit operations.
• Work closely with analytical, electrode engineering, and cell design teams to overcome performance limitations.
• Identify and resolve electrode and formulation issues to ensure consistent, high quality electrode production.

Why Join Us?

At Alsym, we believe in equitable compensation and a healthy work-life balance. Beyond a competitive

salary, we offer a benefits package designed to support you both inside and outside the office.

Perks & Lifestyle

• Prime Location: We are within easy walking distance of the train station.
• Commuter Friendly: Enjoy the convenience of free on-site parking.
• Health & Wellness: Stay active with access to our free on-site gym.
• Friday Fuel: We provide free lunch delivery every Friday to celebrate the end of the work week together.

Comprehensive Benefits

• Health & Dental: Premium insurance coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Financial Future: Every employee is eligible for 401k plans and stock options.
• Time to Recharge: A flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) program to help you find your balance.
• Family & Security: Full eligibility for PFML (Paid Family and Medical Leave).

Our Commitment to You

We maintain a firm Anti-Harassment Policy that includes robust Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, and

Gender Protections. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Note: A full, detailed listing of all benefits will be provided following a formal offer of employment.