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Battery Scientist (Electrochemist)Iontra Inc • Centennial, CO, US
Battery Scientist (Electrochemist)

Battery Scientist (Electrochemist)

Iontra Inc • Centennial, CO, US
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Overview

Battery Scientist (Electrochemist) at Iontra Inc

This is a full-time, hands-on role in a fast-paced startup environment. The pay range is $90,000.00 / yr - $110,000.00 / yr, based on skills and experience.

Company Overview

Iontra is a deep-tech Colorado-based fabless semiconductor and software solutions company founded in 2013. The company focuses on improving charge speed, cycle life, capacity utilization, cold weather charging, and safety of Lithium batteries, with offices in Denver, CO; Dallas, TX; and Bangalore, IN. Learn more at iontra.com.

Position Summary

The Battery Analytics and Testing Team at Iontra seeks a Battery Scientist to implement Iontra's proprietary charging algorithms by designing, executing, and analyzing experiments that drive improvements in battery performance. This role applies advanced electrochemical methodologies to identify charge time, cycle life, and safety improvements for a wide range of battery chemistries, form-factors, and applications. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Li-ion batteries, electrochemistry, and materials characterization, with hands-on experience in experiment design, cycling equipment, and statistical methods such as Design of Experiments (DOE).

This position offers the opportunity to influence product development and customer engagement while contributing to the next generation of energy storage technologies.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Utilize advanced R&D methodologies to identify potential improvements in battery cycling.
  • Design and execute long-term cycling experiments to generate robust, reliable datasets.
  • Interpret electrochemical data to derive actionable conclusions and inform product development.
  • Perform advanced data analysis and modeling to support experimental findings.
  • Analyze battery material characterization data to assess structural, chemical, and performance-related properties, and integrate findings into overall electrochemical analysis.
  • Collaborate with the R&D team to enhance Iontra's technology and optimize processes for improved performance and scalability.
  • Prepare clear, detailed reports and presentations to communicate results internally and externally.
  • Deliver technical presentations to customers, supporting product adoption and technical collaborations.

You'll Need These Qualifications

  • PhD in a hard science field or Master's in a hard science field with 2+ years of non-academic experience
  • Rechargeable battery experience : 3 years
  • Electrochemical and materials characterization : 3 years
  • Strong background in Li-ion battery systems and electrochemistry
  • Hands-on experience with designing cycling experiments and long-term testing
  • Familiarity with Design of Experiments (DOE) methodology
  • Expertise in battery material characterization techniques
  • Experience with laboratory cycling equipment such as Neware and Maccor systems
  • Proven ability to analyze complex datasets and communicate findings clearly
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including customer-facing presentations

    • Desired Qualifications

  • Formal DoE methodology : 1 year (nice to have)
  • Applied research : 4 years (preferred)
  • Design and conduct independent "ad hoc" experiments : 3 years (preferred)
  • Coding experience

    • Benefits and Compensation

    Salary Range : $90,000 - $110,000 (based on education, experience, skillset, and market value).

    Benefits include :

  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Short Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Holidays)
  • Company Shares Plan

    • EEO Statement

    Iontra has an equal employment opportunity (EEO) policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender, race, color, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation.

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