Your Role at Cabot:
Cabot is seeking a highly motivated, energetic individual to join as a Sr. Research Associate in the Battery Materials Business at our Billerica Technology Center. Successful candidate will become an important member of R&D team accelerating the creation of new battery materials for a more sustainable future. In this role you will work under moderate supervision to perform hands-on laboratory tasks to support new product and application developments including, but not limited to, conductive carbon additives and/or catalyst support for the next gen lithium-ion batteries and fuel cells. This role will support both Cabot business customer-driven project and a US government funded project aimed at developing the next generation battery electrode processing technologies.
How You Will Make an Impact:
In this role, you will be working under moderate supervision to perform laboratory tasks in support of product and/or applications research.
A successful candidate will be someone who:
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Works closely with scientists and engineers to develop new products and formulations and conduct standard/non-standard procedures and tests.
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Follows experimental plan as set by project leader. May prepare logistics, materials and equipment.
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Executes various chemical and physical laboratory tests involving material synthesis, dispersion/electrode fabrication and characterization, coin/pouch cell assembling and electrochemical testing, and related troubleshooting with attention to observations and learning. Clearly documents work in electronic notebook.
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Set up, troubleshoot, and maintain test equipment.
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Generates, organizes, and provides data analysis with basic interpretation of results.
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Responsible for organizing and communicating data in a way that is clear and understandable.
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Assists in the training of others in areas of testing, compliance, equipment, and safety requirements.
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Coordinates and tracks sample shipments to customers and development partners
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Adheres to all intellectual property standards throughout area of responsibility.
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Maintains work area in compliance with safety rules and regulations. Participates in scheduled safety meetings and completes safety training requirements. Creates and updates safety documentation for their work area. Participates in safety-focused activities such as seeking out opportunities to advance our safety culture.
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Strictly follows and complies with all SH&E procedures, standards and regulations and constantly strives for Excellence in the fields of sustainability and Safety, Health and preservation of the Environment.
What You Will Bring to Cabot:
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