Laboratory Associate

About the Role

Crystron Technologies is seeking a Laboratory Associate to support hands-on laboratory activities related to inorganic material synthesis and lithium-ion coin cell fabrication and testing. This role emphasizes careful lab execution, accurate data recording, and strict adherence to safety and standard operating procedures (SOPs). This role reports to the Senior Scientist.

Key Responsibilities

• Inorganic Materials Preparation
• Carry out and report synthesis of inorganic powders and compounds (weighing, mixing, drying, calcination).
• Operate basic laboratory equipment including furnaces, ovens, ball mills, mixers, hot plates, and stirrers.
• Prepare precursor solutions and solid mixtures according to written protocols.
• Label, store, and track raw materials and samples.
• Li-ion Coin Cell Assembly and Testing
• Assist with lithium-ion cell fabrication.
• Perform electrode cutting, weighing, stacking, and cell crimping under supervision.
• Support electrolyte handling and glovebox operations (training provided).
• Conduct basic electrochemical testing such as charge–discharge cycling and capacity measurements.
• Record and organize test data accurately.
• Laboratory Operations and Safety
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory workspace.
• Follow SOPs and safety protocols at all times.
• Assist with inventory management and consumables restocking.
• Maintain lab notebooks or electronic records.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Core Skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Willingness to learn hands-on laboratory techniques.
• Laboratory Equipment
• Furnaces
• Ovens
• Ball Mills
• Mixers
• Hot Plates
• Stirrers
• Processes
• Inorganic material synthesis
• Lithium-ion coin cell assembly and testing
• Electrolyte handling
• Glovebox operations
• Charge–discharge cycling
• Capacity measurements
• Documentation
• SOPs
• Safety protocols
• Lab notebooks or electronic records

Qualifications

• Education
• Bachelor's degree (or in progress) in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• Experience
• Basic laboratory experience through coursework or internships.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Coursework or exposure to inorganic chemistry, electrochemistry, or battery materials.
• Familiarity with coin cell assembly, glovebox operation, or electrochemical testing.
• Experience in an R&D or pilot-scale lab environment.

Physical and Work Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a laboratory environment.
• Ability to lift up to approximately 25 lbs.
• Comfortable wearing PPE and handling laboratory chemicals.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks with consistency.