Electrochemistry Consultant

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic technical advisor to DARPA program managers regarding advanced government-funded R&D programs.
• Provide strategic assessments of emerging electrochemical technologies and their potential impact.
• Produce and present technical findings and recommendations to colleagues and clients.
• Assist in the management of current research programs and facilitate the transition of deliverables to DoD stakeholders.
• Support the development of technical reports, proposals, and program documentation.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "SECRET" security clearance.
• Master's degree in a relevant scientific field.
• 5+ years of experience in electrochemistry, including designing, building, and testing electrochemical systems in an R&D environment.
• Experience with electrocatalysis, reaction engineering, or inorganic/physical chemistry.
• Experience working with advanced materials, catalysts, and electrode architectures.
• Experience authoring and presenting technical reports and proposals.
• Experience managing or contributing to complex technical programs with defined timelines and budgets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active and maintained "TOP SECRET/SCI" security clearance.
• Ph.D. in a STEM field.
• Experience with electrolyzers, fuel cells, or electrochemical reactors.
• Knowledge of nitrogen, carbon, or oxygen electrochemistry.
• Experience transitioning laboratory-scale technologies toward field or pilot-scale applications.
• Prior experience working with DARPA or the DoD program development process.

Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and Student Loan PayDown.
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance.
• Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible benefits package including Health Savings Accounts and various insurance options.

About the Company

Guidehouse is a global AI-led professional services firm delivering advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and government sectors. We drive efficiency and resilience in the healthcare, financial services, energy, infrastructure, and national security markets.