Senior Researcher - Battery Materials

Responsibilities

• Design and synthesize novel battery cathode materials, including active materials and surface or bulk modifications
• Perform material-level characterization and analysis to correlate structure, morphology, and properties with performance
• Lead battery electrode formulation optimization and cell integration
• Conduct battery cell performance evaluation, failure mode diagnosis, and root-cause analysis
• Develop and execute technical work plans from concept through development and evaluation
• Communicate research ideas, plans, and results effectively through presentations and written reports
• Collaborate across functions and organizations to meet project objectives and manage stakeholder relationships

Requirements

• PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science/Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field
• 2+ years of post-doctorate relevant industry experience
• Hands-on experience in battery material synthesis, processing, and electrochemical characterization techniques
• Proficiency with chemical or materials characterization methods such as XRD, SEM, TEM, XPS, or spectroscopy
• Proven ability to design, execute, and document experiments for material development
• Strong capability to analyze experimental data and link results to underlying mechanisms

Preferred Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in battery cathode material development in industry or a national laboratory
• 3–5 years of hands-on experience with battery material synthesis and scale-up, or cell fabrication and testing
• Deep understanding of electrochemical reaction phenomena and degradation mechanisms in Li-ion or next-generation battery systems

About the Company

General Motors is redefining mobility through breakthrough hardware, battery systems, and intelligent software. Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion, and we are committed to leading the change that makes the world better, safer, and more equitable for all.