Job Requirements: 
• M.Sc./M. Tech/ PhD in (Chemical Engineering, Energy Science and Engineering, Metallurgy, 
and similar related fields, Chemistry solid-state, organic, Inorganic, and industrial).  
• 6-10 years of industry and research experience   
• Knowledge of Lithium-ion battery recycling (hydrometallurgy) and elemental characterization 
techniques is expected  
• Experience in patents, research articles, and project writing.

Job Responsibilities: 
• Leadership and Strategy: Lead R&D initiatives, ensuring alignment with organisational goals 
  and industry advancements.                                                                                                   
  Develop and implement an innovation strategy that identifies new areas for research and 
  development.  
• Process Development: Design, develop, and optimise processes for elemental extraction 
  and beneficiation of various Lithium-ion battery chemistries.                                              
  Oversee the synthesis, optimization, and scale-up of recycling processes.  
• Research Management: Conduct comprehensive literature reviews to identify project 
  requirements and critical factors.                                                                                           
  Manage R&D projects, including budgeting, resource allocation, and timeline management.  
• Material Characterization: Characterise recovered materials with a focus on battery 
  materials recycling.                                                                                                            
  Prepare battery materials according to established protocols, process samples, and analyse 
  data for reporting. 
• Intellectual Property: Engage in patent writing and technical article preparation, ensuring 
  cross-verification of facts.                                                                                                        
  Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to manage intellectual property initiatives.  
• Data Analysis: Maintain comprehensive records of R&D activities and present data insights 
  in innovative ways.                                                                                                                     
  Monitor team metrics to ensure project goals are met efficiently.  
• Collaboration: Foster collaboration across departments, working closely with engineering, 
  manufacturing, and marketing teams.                                                                                         
  Communicate effectively with team members to resolve complex challenges creatively.  
• Lab Management: Oversee the setup and monitoring of R&D lab operations, including safety 
  protocols.                                                                                                                              
  Assist in maintaining an updated inventory of chemicals in the R&D lab.