Cambridge, UK
The Opportunity
The Talent Collective is partnering exclusively with a venture‑backed deep tech startup that is building the next generation of battery technology. Their batteries deliver ultra‑high energy density and greater resilience than anything on the market today.
The company spun out from a materials science breakthrough at a world‑leading UK university, building on more than 15 years of research. It is backed by some of Europe's top deep tech investors and a group of well‑known angels. This is a rare chance to join early, while the technology is moving from the lab bench to pilot scale.
The Role
As Laboratory Technician in the electrode manufacturing team, you'll own the production of electrodes for one of the company's core battery technologies. You'll be hands‑on from lab scale to pilot scale, running experiments to optimise electrode formulations and processing parameters so they perform better, scale more easily and are more sustainable.
You'll characterise materials, slurries and electrodes, and build quality control into the process so that your data directly shapes the company's technical direction. You'll also help run and grow the electrode manufacturing area: keeping equipment in top condition, managing supplies and upholding safety standards. You'll work closely with the materials development and cell manufacturing teams, and your work will feed straight into key project milestones.
What you'll do
- Manufacture slurries and electrodes to drive the development of a flagship battery technology
- Design and run experimental procedures
- Carry out routine testing and data analysis that supports teams across the business
- Operate and maintain laboratory, scale‑up and characterisation equipment
- Present your results directly to the leadership team
- Own standard operating procedures and safe lab practices
What you'll bring
- A degree in materials science, chemistry, physics, engineering or a related field
- Hands‑on experience in a scientific laboratory
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Energy and comfort in a fast‑paced startup environment
- A genuine appetite to learn a broad range of skills and grow with the company
What's on offer
- A competitive salary, based on experience and qualifications
- The chance to work on technology at the frontier of the energy transition, alongside a team of world‑class scientists
Laboratory Technician in Cambridge employer: The Talent Collective
Join a pioneering deep-tech startup in Cambridge, where innovation meets opportunity. As a Founder's Associate, you'll be immersed in a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and creativity, with ample opportunities for personal and professional growth. Benefit from direct mentorship from experienced founders and contribute to transformative projects that have the potential to change the world.
