Senior Lab Scientist (1497)

OVERVIEW:

Join the Strategic Transport Analysis Team (STAT) and be at the forefront of groundbreaking energy technology research. STAT is a dynamic and forward-thinking organization committed to shaping the future of energy through innovative research and cutting-edge technologies. We invite you to be a key contributor to our team and play a pivotal role in advancing the energy industry.

As a research scientist in technology innovations and data science, you will lead in-depth research, providing insights into the dynamic landscape of energy technologies. Your expertise will be crucial in adapting to the evolving dynamics of the energy sector.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

· Conduct research on supply chain and applications of carbon-based materials, battery critical materials, batteries, and H2:

· Utilize data analysis to understand the supply and demand of key materials and energy carriers.

· Design and create compelling visualizations to effectively communicate trends in material supply chain and technologies.

· Conduct research on energy technology outlook:

· Conduct insightful research to provide long-term perspectives on energy technologies through life-cycle, techno-economic, and supply chain analysis.

· Conduct thorough data analysis to identify and evaluate trends in energy technologies, focusing on advancements in sustainable solutions.

· Develop and implement statistical models and machine learning algorithms to forecast future trends and support strategic decision.

· Author high-quality research papers, technical reports, and proposals:

· Employ data visualization and statistical analysis to communicate research findings effectively.

· Manage and monitor the progress of multiple projects:

· Apply project management skills to oversee data-driven projects in response to changing demands in the energy and transportation sectors.

· Stay informed about scientific and technical developments:

· Actively participate in professional societies and technical committees, leveraging data science to stay at the forefront of industry developments.

· Provide consultations to senior management on research strategies and plans:

· Offer data-driven insights to guide strategic decision-making in research initiatives.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

· B.S. Degree in Science/Engineering/Physics/Mathematics Discipline as appropriate for the area of expertise for the assigned jobs. M.S./Ph.D. Degree highly desired.

· Seven years (7) experience in a substantive industrial, technological or laboratory area relevant to the jobs assignment.

· Proficiency in Python and SQL, with data science applications. Strong understanding of natural language processing (NLP) and text mining/information retrieval. Experience with large language models (LLMs), such as autonomous agents and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), is preferred.

· Must be able to communicate and comprehend accurately, clearly and concisely in English at a level required to perform the job as outlined.

· Candidate should be comfortable in working independently or part of a project team, frequent project presentation and travel to meetings at conferences and universities. Must possess good work habits, a strong work ethic, and be able to adhere to company work hours, policies, and standard business etiquette.

NO THIRD PARTY CANDIDATES ACCEPTED