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Junior Battery Electrochemist

  • Permanent
  • 12618, Tallinn, Harjumaa, Estonia

Junior Battery Electrochemist (Part-time or Full-time)



About us

UP Catalyst is a novel deep technology company producing carbon materials directly from CO2 emissions. We are reshaping the global raw materials industry by enabling sustainable solutions across a range of sectors – including battery manufacturing, plastics, and defense.

Who are we looking for?
We are seeking a motivated junior battery electrochemist who preferably has prior experience with electrochemical characterization of energy storage/conversion materials.


Your role:

  • Following established standard work instructions for the UP Catalyst battery lab to perform agreed upon materials characterization tasks.
  • Preparing various battery electrode slurries and coated electrodes.
  • Assembly and testing of coin cell battery prototypes.
  • Analyzing test data, preparing graphs and figures.
  • Keeping tidy track of coin cell preparation and analysis data and reports.
  • Contributing to exciting international collaboration projects.
  • Contributing to reaching clients in the battery market.
  • Solving ad-hoc tasks related to battery research assigned by the direct manager.

Some of the key traits we are looking for include:

  • Educational background: BSc or MSc in Chemistry, Materials Science or Physics. Preferably with a specialization in electrochemistry.
  • Preferably experience with battery materials processing and testing.
  • Proven track record of independently designing and executing experiments.
  • Team player, ready to follow agreed procedures and agreements.


What’s in it for you?

  • Unique opportunity to join a company during an exciting early stage.
  • Grow with us! Hands-on experience you will not find in a corporate cubicle.
  • Your well-being is important to us. We offer mental health support, 3 paid health days per year, and a culture that encourages rest and recharge.
  • Flexible working options and well maintained work-life balance.
  • Open-minded, diverse and driven international team.
  • Celebrating together! Expect fun, frequent team events, offsites, and spontaneous celebrations.
  • Carpooling opportunity to work. Take advantage of our carpooling program and share the ride (and laughs) with your awesome colleagues.

If you are a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a passion for supporting the daily running of a deep tech startup, we encourage you to apply.