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Production Chemist (DSC Analysis / Phase Change Materials)

Metallurgist

Job Title: Wet Chemistry Laboratory Technician
Location: Cambridge
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000

What’s in it for me?
Socode are proud to be partnering with a battery start-up who are redefining the future of energy storage through advanced materials and proprietary electrochemistry. You’ll be working closely with experts in the field of battery technology, right at the heart of the UK Deeptech ecosystem in Cambridge.
This role offers the chance to gain deep, hands-on experience with novel cathode and electrolyte chemistry, and become an integral part in the transition from benchtop R&D to scalable manufacturing processes.

What will I be doing?
You will support critical wet lab operations that feed directly into scalable manufacturing processes, with responsibilities including:

Slurry Formulation & Characterisation
Prepare electrode slurries using proprietary active materials, advanced binders, and conductive additives
Work with a range of organic solvents and dispersants to create homogenous, reproducible mixtures
Operate lab equipment including overhead stirrers, planetary mixers, and precision balances
Process Development Support
Follow and refine standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Assist in the development and optimisation of new formulations for scale-up
Maintain detailed batch records and formulation logs for traceability and quality control
Lab Operations & Compliance
Ensure daily lab operations run smoothly and efficiently
Monitor and manage chemical inventory and lab consumables
Uphold safety standards, maintain cleanliness, and comply with COSHH and other regulatory requirementsWhat do I need to be successful?

A-Level/NVQ, BTEC, or HNC in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field or equivalent industry experience in a wet chemistry lab
Practical experience with chemical handling, solvent mixing, or formulation chemistry
Familiarity with laboratory equipment (e.g., overhead stirrers, balances, fume hoods, gloveboxes is a plus)
Experience working to SOPs and maintaining accurate lab notebooks and batch records
Awareness of chemical hygiene and safe lab practices
A proactive, detail-oriented approach with a strong desire to work on impactful sustainability technologiesInterested in the role? Then you can either:

Submit your CV by clicking ‘apply now’ – We know it might not be up to date. Send what you have and we’ll talk.
Connect with me on LinkedIn for an informal chat – Mo Baker at Socode
Call our Cambridge office – Google “Socode Cambridge” call the number and ask for Mo

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