Chemical Technician

Coreshell • Full-time • San Leandro, CA, US • $26 - $35 / hour • 5d ago

Position: Chemical Technician
Reports To: Senior Process Engineer

Coreshell's metallurgical Silicon anode technology delivers high capacity, fast-charging, and superior safety. Our low-cost liquid-phase nano-coating addresses critical electrode-surface degradation issues and enables batteries with a Silicon-dominant anode that have higher energy density, superior intrinsic thermal safety, and significantly lower cost/kWh compared to current LIBs. Our Si anode material is 50% the cost of graphite and 100% domestically sourced. We strive to transform the global automotive market by enabling low-cost and long-range EVs as a first step towards net-zero sustainability in the near future.

Core Responsibilities: We are looking for a Chemical Technician to execute on synthesizing materials with material characterization and data record on a regular basis. The ideal candidate has a strong background in chemistry with significant laboratory experience and can act on his/her own initiative to troubleshoot problems. Familiarity with material analysis is also desired. Responsibilities include:

Assist scientists/engineers by synthesizing and characterizing new battery materials and new thin-film coating materials.
Characterize inorganic/organic materials by analytical instruments.
Follow SOPs and keep data records weekly.
Keep accurate and detailed records of all laboratory activities, including experimental procedures, observations, and results

Requirements:

B.S. degree or equivalent in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science OR experience in a similarly relevant field with 2+ years of industrial experience.
Previous experience with laboratory work (wet chemistry preferred).
Completed Chemistry-related courses with laboratory component.
Some previous experience on material characterization is preferred but not essential.
Able to safely handle chemicals and safely work in a laboratory setting.
Able to safely move equipment up to 20 kg.
Interested in a career in science & technology and passionate about the clean energy space.

Location & Benefits: San Leandro, CA. Full-time. Hourly rate is $26.00 - $35.00 per hour with additional stock incentives dependent on experience. Dental, vision, healthcare and 401(k) benefits are included. Applications will be screened as received.