Battery Scientist

About us
Hong Kong Quantum AI Lab (HKQAI) is an R&D centre jointly established by The University of Hong Kong and the California Institute of Technology.

About the role
You will conduct research on battery materials, such as electrodes and electrolytes for lithium-ion, sodium-ion and solid-state systems. Part of our work involves building self-driving laboratory capabilities. Experience with AI or robotics is not required, but would be an advantage. We are looking for someone with
• A postgraduate degree in materials science, chemistry, electrochemistry, physics or a related discipline from a top institution
• Familiarity with the design, preparation and testing of cathode, anode and/or solid electrolyte materials for lithium-ion or sodium-ion batteries
• Strong evidence of scientific excellence, whether through research at a leading academic group, publications or industrial R&D

Key responsibilities
• Design and prepare battery electrode and electrolyte materials
• Evaluate their physical properties and electrochemical performance, from materials-level testing through to pouch cells
• Drive scale-up of material preparation, including formulation optimisation and pilot process development
• Track research progress and industry trends in the battery field and bring them into our roadmap
• Collaborate with colleagues in AI and robotics to improve the capabilities of our self-driving laboratory

What we offer
• Multidisciplinary environment to work alongside researchers across AI, chemistry, materials science and robotics
• Compensation commensurate with capabilities and experience, with flexibility for outstanding candidates
• High degree of autonomy