Laboratory Assistant (Material Characterization) – Li-ion Battery Cell (Applied Research)
Oxford
What you'll do… You will be responsible for conducting advanced material characterisation of Li-ion battery components to support R&D efforts in improving battery performance.
This role involves using techniques like SEM, XRD, and FTIR to analyze materials and assist in material validation.
Conduct a range of characterization tests (e.g., SEM, XRD, FTIR, Raman spectroscopy) to analyse the properties and structure of Li-ion battery materials.
Record data from characterization tests, interpret results, and provide insights into material properties and behavior.
Operate and maintain advanced characterization equipment, ensuring proper calibration and functionality.
Work with material scientists and researchers to provide critical data for material selection, validation, and optimization.
Maintain detailed records of experiments and analyses.
Assist in preparing technical reports summarizing findings.
Who we are… Agratas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Sons.
We will design, develop and manufacture high-quality, high-performance, sustainable batteries for the mobility and energy sectors.
We are a scale-up business with a start-up mentality and the backing of a well-established parent company.
The UK business headquarters is in the Midlands and we are currently building a battery manufacturing facility in Bridgwater, Somerset.
What you'll bring… Proficiency in using advanced characterization tools (e.g., SEM, XRD, FTIR, Raman spectroscopy) to analyze battery materials.
Ability to analyze complex data from characterization tests and interpret material properties.
Experience in setting up, operating, and maintaining characterization instruments.
Strong ability to follow precise procedures and document results accurately.
Ability to work closely with R&D teams, providing valuable data to support material optimization and cell design.
What you'll get… As a new company, our reward scheme is constantly evolving.
We continue to review the market to deliver a competitive benefits package, which currently includes private healthcare, car allowance, company bonus, enhanced parental leave policy and a cash allowance to boost your benefits.
We are a flexible business that is committed to promoting work-life balance, partnering with Yulife to provide our team members with total wellbeing support.
You'll work in a rapidly scaling-up environment as a subsidiary of the multinational corporation, Tata Sons, to help build the UK's biggest battery manufacturing facility and make your mark in a new organisation.
Agratas is a place to be authentically you.
At Agratas we strongly believe that people are at their best when they feel supported and happy in their workplace.
To that end we continue to cultivate a diverse workforce which protects the individuality of each team member.
We therefore warmly welcome applicants from any race, gender, sexuality, and ability.
Should you have a preference in how your suitability is assessed for this role or require any reasonable adjustments please let the Talent Acquisition team know.