Asst. Manager - New Materials & Testing

Purpose of this Role To conduct and lead electrochemical research activities related to performance enhancement, material evaluation, and failure mode analysis of lead-acid battery. The role supports innovation, product development, and material optimization initiatives aligned with strategic R&D goals. Brief Description of Role & Responsibilities (envisage current & future needs) Proposing disruptive innovations in electrochemical system design, diagnostics, or modeling that align with the company s energy storage technology roadmap. Exploring emerging electrochemical concepts (e. g. , bifunctional plates, asymmetric charge mechanisms, fast-pulse cycling) for next-generation lead-acid designs. Interpreting electrochemical degradation pathways and identifying governing factors for failure modes such as grid passivation, hydrogen evolution, and acid stratification. Electrochemical research and method development to study charge transfer, redox behavior, and aging in lead-acid batteries. Studying the impact of electrode microstructure, surface area, and porosity on ionic mobility and electron kinetics using integrated electrochemical and materials analysis. Publishing high-quality research findings, contributing to scientific patents, and presenting at electrochemical society meetings or international energy conferences. Building external research partnerships with academic institutions and technology collaborators to drive innovation. Identifying gaps in current lead-acid battery knowledge and initiating long-term research programs Age required to perform this role Minimum Desirable 28 years 35 years Years of experience Required for this role Minimum Desirable 0-1 years 2 3 years post-PhD or industrial research experience Educational Qualifications Vital Desirable PhD in Electrochemistry / Electrochemical Engineering PhD project or thesis in battery technology Nature of Experience Needed for the Position Vital Desirable Electrochemical testing and data interpretation of battery materials Hands-on experience with lead-acid battery evaluation or industrial scale-up Skills / Competencies Needed for the Position Vital Desirable Electrochemical techniques (CV, EIS, Tafel, LSV), Knowledge of battery & failure modes Scientific reporting, Materials characterization (SEM, XRD, EIS) Data analysis DOE/ Simulation tools Personal Characteristics Needed for the Position Vital Desirable Analytical thinker Self-motivated Detail-oriented Result-focused Research-driven Open to learning & experimentation Collaborative Target Companies/Industry sectors Battery Manufacturers (Lead-Acid / Energy Storage) Electrochemical Research Institutes Advanced Materials or Battery R&D Labs Academic post-doctoral researchers seeking industrial transition