post doctoral associate

Company DescriptionWith increasing electrification needs, the global demand for batteries and smart energy storage systems is on the rise, driven primarily by three major sectors: EVs, stationary energy storage, lightweight structural batteries, and consumer electronics. This phenomenon goes together with increasing demand for sustainable, low-cost, and lightweight materials, as we are at the verge of depleting all our natural resources while tackling climate change. To gain access to inexpensive and sustainable lightweight materials that can in turn serve the excruciating demands for >6000 GWh energy demand by 2030, CarboMat has been working tirelessly over the past 5+ years to produce low-cost sustainable carbon products (i.e., carbon fibers and battery anodes) from low-value waste by-products for commercial adoption. Our innovative technologies require at least 30-50% less energy with a 35-60% lower production cost compared to incumbents. As we continue to grow, our goal is to contribute towards a net-zero future sooner before 2050 and help Canada be a leader in the global energy industry.CarboMat is looking for a Post-Doctoral Associate to support our pouch cell engineering activities in all the ongoing projects. The successful candidate will be a core member of a small but quickly growing talented group of engineers, researchers, and scientists. The candidate will report directly to the founders of the company.Duration: Full-Time, 2 years (Possibility of Extension)Starting Date: January 1, 2026Location: Calgary, ABSalary: $60,000-$75,000Role DescriptionDesign and fabricate single and multi-layer pouch cells for Li-ion and Na-ion battery applications followed by extensive electrochemical testing to evaluate battery performance (e.g., ICE, energy density, specific capacity, cycling stability, capacity retention, etc.)Optimize pouch cell components including various cathodes, electrolytes, separators, etc. in addition to anode synthesis and designsAssist electrode fabrication and cell engineering to assemble Li-ion and Na-ion battery coin cells for extensive testing to evaluate battery performance (e.g., ICE, energy density, specific capacity, cycling stability, capacity retention, etc.)Synthesis of hard carbon and synthetic graphite from polyaromatic hydrocarbons for anode materialOptimize battery performance for stationary grid (SIB) and short-to-long range mobility (LIB) applicationsOversee installation processes of various high-end instruments, providing support and conducting demonstrations to ensure efficient operation post-installationCollaborate with multiple project partners and strategic stakeholders (e.g., potential customers) for design and testing of various anode materials in different battery system verticalsPrepare milestone reports regularly with key findings for ongoing projects, outlining progress, challenges, and future objectivesAssist other researchers within the team in preparing scientific manuscripts for publicationsLead patent preparation activities to protect innovative technologies and developments ensuring compliance with intellectual property laws and regulationsConduct regular experimental analysis, quantification, and validation of results including troubleshooting and optimizing experimental conditionsFoster laboratory and plant safety protocols and maintain best practicesTravel occasionally to partner sites for R&D testing, product demonstration, and scale-up implementationSkills and QualificationsPhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, Electrochemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related disciplines6 months to 3 years of experience designing single and/or multi-layer pouch cells for Na-ion and/or Li-ion batteries6 months to 3 years of experience in glovebox operations, slurry preparation, and running battery analyzers.Advanced knowledge of electrochemistry fundamentals and material design to achieve faster charging and rate capabilitiesMinimum 6 months experience in electrochemical conditions and functions of battery cell formulation equipment and process to scale-up coin cell performance to single or multi-layer and multi-stack pouch cell designs6 months to 3 years of advanced experience in anode and cathode synthesis, electrode fabrication, cell engineering, and extensive battery performance testingAdvanced laboratory skills with wet chemistry techniques and material characterization techniques (e.g., FTIR, XRD, CHNS, TGA, TG-MS, XPS, Raman, rheology, cross polarized microscopy, softening point measurement, etc.) following laboratory safety and hazard.Excellent communication and organizational skills and ability to lead and collaborate with internal and external teams; ability to multi-task and have a strong focused mindset.Outstanding technical writer (protocols, reports, investigations, etc.)Willing to grow with the company and contribute towards technology developmentThe candidate needs to be a Canadian PR, Citizen, or have a valid work permit to work for this role