Job Opportunity: Chemist, Chemical Engineer, or Materials Scientist
We are seeking a passionate chemist, chemical engineer, or materials scientist to join our R&D team and contribute to the development of next-generation salt hydrate-based thermal storage materials. You will be involved in every stage of the process, from the lab bench to pilot scale, and play a crucial role in formulating, testing, scaling up, and industrializing 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 the 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 applications.
- 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 or 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; proficiency in German is a strong plus.
- 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.
- Our office and lab are located at Technopark Luzern (Root D4), with excellent public transport connections.
Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.