Scientist, Materials Chemist

About Us

We are Sila, a next-generation battery materials company. Our mission is to power the world’s transition to clean energy. To create this future, our team is building a better lithium-ion battery from the inside out today. We engineer and manufacture ground-breaking battery materials that significantly increase the energy density of batteries, while reducing their size and weight. The result? Smaller more powerful batteries that can unlock innovation in consumer devices and accelerate the mass adoption of electric cars to eliminate our dependence on fossil fuels. We're tackling one of the biggest challenges of our time every day, and together we're redefining what's possible. Are you ready to be a part of a team committed to changing the world? Who You Are

As a Research Scientist, you will be at the forefront of conducting innovative research for next-generation lithium-ion battery technology. You are a scientist with hands-on experience with materials design, synthesis, and characterization. You have a track record of innovation and driving fundamental understandings in your field. You will enable the commercialization of battery materials by developing sophisticated anode materials and collaborating across technical teams to achieve critical technical and project milestones.

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Knowledge and Skill Requirements

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

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The starting base pay for this role is between $151,000 and $191,000 at the time of posting. The actual base pay within these ranges depends on many factors, such as education, experience, and skills. Base pay is only one part of Sila’s competitive Total Rewards package that can include benefits, perks, equity, and bonuses. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Working at Sila

We believe that building a diverse team at Sila helps us amplify our individual talents. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment where good ideas are free to come from anyone. We are proud to celebrate diversity and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, national origin, or any other status protected by law.