Research Technician

As a Research Technician, you’ll play a hands-on role in accelerating the development of Anthro’s revolutionary battery technology. You will prepare novel electrolytes and test them in battery cells across a wide range of applications. You will work on projects across different industries, applications, and cell chemistries. You will help Anthro deliver on our internal technical milestones and external customer projects.
What you will do
Prepare novel electrolytes and characterize their physical/chemical properties
Test lithium ion battery cells in a variety of shapes, sizes, and chemistries using standard test protocols
Document activities, productivity, and experimental data using digital tools
Communicate experimental results and escalate issues to the rest of the Anthro team
Troubleshoot equipment and perform routine maintenance
Identify, propose and implement measures to continuously improve work efficiency
Read and follow SOPs and equipment manuals
Follow protocols to maintain a safe, organized, and efficient workplace
Perform routine safety, abuse, and failure analysis testing
Quickly identify and escalate safety issues
Work in-person, on-site at Anthro’s lab in San Jose
Requirements
Technical professional or new-grad with hands-on experience in biological or chemical laboratory work environments
Capable of repeated tasks with high efficiency and accuracy
Detail oriented, organized, and strong ownership mindset to your work
Fast learner and eager to learn new skills
Prior experience in battery R&D is highly preferred
Visa sponsorship is not available
Benefits
Competitive salary and equity compensation commensurate with experience
Generous paid time off and sick days in addition to Holidays
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Diverse and inclusive work environment