Job Title – Electrochemist/ Senior Electrochemist Location – West London | Onsite working Type – Permanent Salary - £45k - £70k (depending on experience and seniority) tax-efficient share scheme Benefits: Flexibility and Supportive of Balance Flexible start and finish times - Flexible on home working - Flexible on working abroad Parental Leave Policy - 3 months full pay for mothers and fathers Growth Opportunities - wide range of exposure and development Support for Training and Accreditation - professional fee coverage Monthly Team Days & Lunch Outings Team Milestone Celebrations Pension - 3% employee contribution 5% employer contribution Referral bonuses Our client: Our client is a well-backed, London-based Clean-Tech Start-Up, developing innovative solutions for green hydrogen production. They have just gone through a significant funding round and are looking to expand their team, including the need for an Electrochemist or Senior Electrochemist. Our client is proud to foster an inclusive environment. They believe diversity drives innovation and they ensure that every team member feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to succeed - As such they encourage applicants of all genders, ethnicities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply and help shape the future of clean energy. Accountabilities: Characterize a wide range of metal electrodes for hydrogen evolution and oxygen evolution reactions. Investigate methods to enhance the performance and durability of electrodes. Explore deposition methods for catalyst nanoparticles onto electrode surfaces. Research corrosion tolerance of materials and develop corrosion-resistant coatings. Assist the CTO with the design, fabrication, and development of electrolyser cells and modules. Design experiments, pioneer new test protocols, and standardize operating procedures. Manage the procurement and organization of reagents, electrochemical equipment, and consumables. Report research findings to the CSO and CTO. About the Candidate: Essential Qualifications and Skills: A passion for achieving a net-zero environment and enthusiasm for innovation. A PhD or significant industrial experience in electrochemistry. Strong background in material science, ideally specializing in metal alloys and multi-metal oxides. Proficiency in cyclic voltammetry, chronoamperometry, chronopotentiometry, and EIS measurements, with the ability to analyse and present results effectively to non-specialists. Expertise in electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) and presenting findings confidently. Exceptional problem-solving abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience with surface area analysis techniques. A proactive and self-motivated approach to achieving company goals. Desirable Experience: Multiphysics or electrochemical modelling. Expertise in corrosion chemistry. Familiarity with high-pressure and high-temperature systems. Experience with density functional theory (DFT) modelling of alloys