Electrolyte Expert

**Are you ready to be at the forefront of innovation in the world of sustainable energy storage solutions? **AQUABATTERY is seeking a skilled **Electrolyte Expert**. You will play a pivotal role in our team of scientists and engineers in the development of our groundbreaking water and salt-based flow battery technology. As we work towards commercialization, you will work in our brand new office, workshop, and lab at Alphen a/d Rijn. As an Electrolyte Expert, you will work on optimizing a critical component of our acid-base flow battery system: the electrolyte. You will leverage your expertise in water-based redox electrochemistry to develop next-generation electrolytes that push the boundaries of energy and power density.

**Responsibilities**:

- Lead the research and development of novel electrolytes specifically designed for high-performance acid-base flow batteries.
- Focus on optimizing electrolyte formulations to improve energy density, power density, and round-trip efficiency of the battery.
- Investigate the synergistic relationship between electrolyte properties and electrode (material) technology for optimal battery performance.
- Analyze and identify suitable redox couples for the targeted acidic and basic environments within the battery.
- Evaluate factors like redox potential, diffusion coefficient, and stability to ensure efficient energy conversion and long battery life.
- Utilize advanced analytical techniques to characterize key electrolyte properties (e.g., conductivity, viscosity, pH stability, and redox activity).
- Work closely with electrochemists, material scientists, and engineers to integrate your electrolyte expertise into the overall battery design and optimization.
- Share your knowledge and findings through presentations, reports, and participation in technical discussions.
- Actively follow advancements in water-based redox electrochemistry, flow battery technology, and electrode materials relevant to acid-base flow batteries.
- Seek opportunities to incorporate cutting-edge knowledge into your electrolyte development strategies.
- Prepare and maintain comprehensive technical reports on electrolyte research, characterization results, and their impact on battery performance.
- PhD. in Chemistry with a strong focus on electrochemistry and electrolyte solutions with a minimum of two years of relevant industry experience.
- Experience in designing and characterizing electrolytes for electrochemical devices (e.g., batteries, fuel cells) is highly desirable.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to achieving high-quality results.
- Proficient in English, spoken and written. Knowledge of Dutch language is considered is a plus.
- Familiarity with acid-base flow battery technology is considered a plus.

**What you can expect**:

- A fast-growing, impact-driven and multicultural work environment
- Open and collaborative learning culture
- Attractive compensation package, including stock appreciation rights program, green pension scheme (50% covered by company), and collective health insurance plan providing discount over additional insurances
- Flexibility and eye for healthy work-life balance, and 25 vacation days
- Company bike, for travel from and to the office
- Regular team and social events