Organic Synthesis Research Chemist

Job Description

Job Description

Onsite - LAKE MARY, FL

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but energetically shaping it? Join The Microvast Team (NASDAQ : MVST), a technology innovator that designs, develops, and manufactures lithium-ion battery solutions. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Stafford, TX, Microvast is renowned for its cutting-edge cell technology and its vertical integration capabilities, which extend from core battery chemistry (cathode, anode, electrolyte, and separator) to battery packs. By integrating the process from raw material to system assembly, Microvast has developed a family of products covering a broad breadth of market applications. More information can be found on the corporate website : www.microvast.com

If you’re ready to be part of a company that’s not just adapting to change, but driving it, Microvast is the place for you. Apply now and electrify your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Organic Synthesis Research Chemist to join our advanced materials team focused on the development of next-generation energy storage materials, including organic electrode materials, redox-active molecules, and solid-state electrolytes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in synthetic organic chemistry, polymer chemistry, or organoelectronic materials with a proven track record of innovation in battery or supercapacitor technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and synthesize novel organic molecules or frameworks for use in batteries and capacitors
• Scale up synthetic procedures from milligram to gram level while maintaining purity and reproducibility
• Develop structure–property relationships for electrochemical performance (capacity, stability, conductivity)
• Collaborate closely with electrochemists, computational chemists, and materials engineers
• Maintain detailed lab records, data analysis, and present research findings in internal reports and publications
• Support IP generation, patent filing, and scientific publications
• Ensure safe handling of chemicals and adherence to lab safety protocols

Qualifications

Preferred Skills

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Microvast employee, you are eligible for the following benefits :

Expected Compensation

Annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Applicants for employment at Microvast must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Microvast is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Microvast is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

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Disclaimer

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.