ExxonMobil

2026USH Postdoctoral Scientist - Battery Electrolytes

ExxonMobil$75K — $95K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
  • Strong research background in battery materials.
  • Expertise in basic and advanced battery testing and electrochemical analysis.
  • Ability to plan and execute independent lab work while collaborating in multidisciplinary teams.
  • Record of technical publications or presentations with interest in external engagement.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Engage in hands-on laboratory work, including experimental design and execution.
  • Utilize internal research facilities to generate high-quality data on battery materials.
  • Contribute to cross-functional teams and provide technical leadership.
  • Engage with market development teams to identify technical opportunities.
  • Leverage external partnerships to accelerate learning and technology development.
  • Publish and present work in peer-reviewed journals and conferences.

Benefits

  • Automatic enrollment in a pension plan at no cost, providing a monthly annuity in retirement.
  • Savings Plan with a 7% company match if employees contribute at least 6%.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Culture of Health programs and resources for wellbeing support.
  • Employee Health Advisory Program providing confidential professional counseling.
  • Automatic enrollment in a disability plan for income replacement during illness or injury.
Full Job Description
What you will do

The postdoctoral appointee will leverage a background in battery materials analysis to assist in developing electrolytes for next-generation batteries. This work will aid in ExxonMobil's development of electrode and conductive carbon materials for various battery technologies.

The successful candidate is expected to:

  • Engage in hands-on laboratory work, including experimental design and execution, capability development, and rigorous analysis and communication of results.
  • Utilize ExxonMobil's internal research facilities to generate high-quality data that advances the understanding and development of battery materials, including anodes and electrolytes.
  • Contribute effectively to cross-functional teams and provide technical leadership within their area of expertise.
  • Engage with new market development teams to identify technical opportunities, guide portfolio strategy, and support commercialization pathways.
  • Leverage external partnerships and 3rd-party capabilities to accelerate learning, expand testing capacity, and enhance technology development.
  • Publish and present work in peer-reviewed journals and conferences, supported by a standard internal review process that protects intellectual property and confidential business information while enabling timely dissemination of scientific results.


About you

Skills and Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Strong research background in battery materials.
  • Expertise in both basic and advanced battery testing and electrochemical analysis, with the ability to generate fundamental insights.
  • Ability to plan and execute independent lab work, while collaborating effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
  • Record of technical publications or presentations, with interest in continued external engagement.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.


Preferred knowledge / Skills / Abilities
  • Knowledge of battery electrolyte design principles, including how electrolyte composition can be optimized to meet diverse performance targets (e.g., high/low temperature performance, fast-charging, cycle life, compatibility with different chemistries)
  • Familiarity with fundamentals and design principles of multiple battery chemistries (Li-ion, Na-ion, Li-S, etc.)


Your benefits

An ExxonMobil career is one designed to last. Our commitment to you runs deep: our employees grow personally and professionally, with benefits built on our core categories of health, security, finance, and life.

We offer you:

  • Pension Plan: Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit is a monthly annuity to be paid to you in retirement for the rest of your life.
  • Savings Plan: You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away. If you contribute at least 6% to your savings plan, the Company will contribute a 7% match
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Culture of Health: Programs and resources to support your wellbeing.
  • Employee Health Advisory Program: Provides confidential professional counseling for you and your family, including tools and resources promoting mental health and resiliency at no additional cost to you.
  • Disability Plan: Income replacement for when you cannot work due to illness or injury occurring on or off the job. Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you.


More information on our Company's benefits can be found at www.exxonmobilfamily.com

Please note benefits may be changed from time to time without notice, subject to applicable law.

Functional Skills

Polymer & Materials Physics
Product Structure-Property Relationships
Product Testing & Method Development
Polymer & Materials Synthesis & Design

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