You are responsible for developing new electrode formulations and understand the interaction between the materials, the binders, the additives and the electrolyte.

You continue to develop your own, as well as the group’s, expertise in battery technology.

You explore new techniques that might contribute to the projects’ realization.

You will prepare the projects you have been entrusted with, and lead their implementation.

You are responsible for the results, timing and budget of your projects.

You take care of the communication with internal and external customers.

PROFILE

You have a PhD degree in chemistry or in solid state physics, related to Li-ion.

You have recently graduated or you can already show some years of research experience in the field (post-doctoral or industrial research).

You are fluent in English and are prepared to master the Dutch language rapidly. Solid knowledge of French and German is a clear asset.

You are willing to work for the industry and have feeling and interest for the economic return of your activity.

You are prepared to accomplish missions abroad.

You are strong in summarizing, systematic and methodological in approach.

You are result-oriented and your work passion proves infectious; as such, you succeed in convincing other people without any problem.

Teamwork is very important to you.

OFFER

Umicore promotes continuous learning for all its employees and foresees the adequate training and education in order to guarantee a fast and comfortable integration. On top of competitive working conditions, Umicore’s wide range of activities provides an excellent platform for growth and job rotation.