43703 Research Technician

43703 Research Technician

Cephas Consultancy Services Private Limited Ghislenghien, Hainaut, Belgium

About this position

Positions: 1 Full Time
Experience
1 - 3 Year

Research Technician – conductive battery

We are looking for a junior research technician to join us in our journey towards excellence as a member of battery materials – energy storage team based in Ghislenghien.

About the job

We are looking for a junior research technician to join us in our journey towards excellence as a member of battery materials – energy storage team based in Ghislenghien.

About our Innovation Centre

The Innovation Centre’s team currently consists of about 15 people and is responsible for the development of conductive additives and active materials used in various applications including lithium-ion batteries.

Profile:

The person we are looking for is flexible, curious, and eager to learn. You will get the chance to have a real impact on our journey towards energy transition and see the results of your work. Our organization values great self-discipline and natural talent to make things happen

Key Responsibilities:

• Data generation for in-house product innovation
• Battery Fabrication & Testing: Carry out in-house battery fabrication and performance testing to support product innovation.
• Data Generation & Analysis: Collect, document, and analyse physical and electrochemical performance data for our products to guide R&D decision-making.
• Formulation & Chemistry Work:Contribute to the development and optimization of multiple battery formulations and chemistries.
• Support for R&D laboratory practices.
• Laboratory Operations:Manage and maintain laboratory equipment to ensure reliable performance and compliance with quality standards.
• Inventory & Consumables Management:Track, organize, and replenish laboratory chemicals and consumables as needed.
• Capability Development:Support the setup, installation, and commissioning of new laboratory equipment and in-house testing capabilities.
• Compliance & Safety:Follow established standard operating procedures (SOPs) and maintain a safe, well-documented laboratoryenvironment.

Skills and requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, analytical chemistry, electrochemistry, chemical engineering, or materials science.
• Prior experience in lithium-ion battery fabrication is a strong plus.
• Hands‑on experience in an R&D laboratory environment, including work in controlled atmospheres (e.g., glovebox).
• Experience working with hazardous chemicals (powders, nano powders, organics, acid/base, etc)
• Experience with materials characterizations techniques (conductivity, BET surface area, TGA, OAN, pycnometer, particle size analyser, electrochemical techniques, etc)

OUR OFFER

• Yearly bonus
• 13th month and paid holidays
• Phone and subscription