At Anaphite we believe creative chemistry will accelerate the energy transition. Our mission is to decarbonise and improve battery production by helping the industry to shift to dry electrode coating. We work with the battery industry to optimise dry electrode coating, manufacturing better and more sustainable batteries at lower cost. Anaphite was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in central Bristol in the Southwest of the UK.
We are looking for a proactive Battery Technician to support our battery research and development activities. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a laboratory environment as the role is based in the lab. This includes coin cell assembly, electrode preparation, equipment maintenance and support for electrochemical testing. The role is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail, good manual skills and a passion for hands-on scientific work. Prior experience in a battery or materials lab is preferred but not required. Support sample tracking and data collection during cell testing;
Maintain lab equipment and ensure consumables are well stocked;
Ensure that health & safety quality standards are upheld across all tasks;
Feedback and report data and observations to relevant parties;
Carry out other duties as required for the smooth, safe and efficient running of the cell testing processes and facilities and
Work with the Cell Testing Lead to identify opportunities for improvement, such as efficiency or accuracy, in existing processes and contribute to implementation.
1+ years of experience in a laboratory or technician role;
~ Proficient in using Microsoft Office or similar;
~ Awareness of best practice with regards to Health & Safety when working in a lab environment that handles chemicals.
Degree in Engineering, Physics or Chemistry.
Base Salary: £27,000 - £34,000 annually depending on experience;
~ Learning and development for career progression - opportunities to attend conferences, mentorship and chartership opportunities, paid study leave, participate in outreach activities and give back to the community
~ Compelling sign on share options bonus with the potential for significant future value - we want you to be rewarded for Anaphite's success
~ Vitality health insurance package including dental, optical, mental and general health;
~ Discounts and rewards through our Vitality app such as gym memberships, headspace app and much more!
~ Work/life balance (enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, paid bereavement leave, enhanced sick pay);
~ Flexible working outside of core hours 10am-4pm;
~£500 towards relocation expenses, if applicable;
~ Free on-site parking;
~ Referral scheme if you recommend colleagues to the organisation;
~25 days holiday plus 8 statutory bank holidays (increasing up to 30 days with continuous service)
~ Electric car scheme (Salary Sacrifice);
~ Anaphite pension scheme and
~ We're consciously building a diverse and inclusive team therefore we encourage applicants from all social backgrounds, ethnicities, disabilities, gender identities, and sexual orientations.