R&D Chemist / R&D Chemistess / Chemical Engineer / Chemical Engineeress / Material Scientist / Material Scientistess (Thermal Energy Storage)

Neocleus AG - July 19, 2025

Join Our R&D Team as a Chemist, Chemical Engineer, or Materials Scientist

We are seeking a passionate individual to join our Research and Development team to help develop next-generation salt hydrate-based thermal storage materials. You will be involved from the lab bench to pilot scale, playing a critical role in the formulation, testing, scale-up, and industrialization of our materials.

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and optimize innovative salt hydrate formulations for thermal energy storage.
  • Conduct lab-scale synthesis, testing, and analysis of new materials.
  • Plan and manage scale-up from lab to pilot and industrial scale.
  • Characterize materials using thermal, physical, and chemical techniques.
  • Document findings, prepare technical reports, and support patent processes.
  • Collaborate with engineers to translate lab results into product solutions.
  • Present progress in internal meetings and contribute to technical roadmaps.
  • Ensure lab safety and maintain high-quality standards throughout.

What You Bring

  • Bachelor's, Master's degree, or PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science.
  • Practical experience in R&D of inorganic materials or crystallization processes is a plus.
  • Proficiency in analytical and characterization methods for thermal storage materials.
  • Solid understanding of lab safety and chemical handling.
  • Strong documentation, reporting, and communication skills.
  • Fluency in English; German is an advantage.
  • Self-driven, structured, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Us

  • Work on cutting-edge materials for the energy transition.
  • Be part of a small, passionate, and interdisciplinary team.
  • Take ownership and bring real innovations to life.
  • Enjoy flexible working models and modern lab infrastructure.
  • Office and lab located at Technopark Luzern (Root D4), with excellent public transport connections.

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Location : Root D4
Country : Switzerland

Application Form

Please enter your information in the following form and attach your resume (CV)

Only pdf, Word, or OpenOffice file. Maximum file size: 3 MB.