RA​/Tech IV

Staff
- Union Job Category BCGEU Okanagan Support Staff Job Profile BCGEU OK Salaried
- Research Assistant and Technician IV Job Title RA/Tech IV Department UBCO | Postdoctoral Research Support | J. Liu | School of Engineering | Faculty of Applied Science Compensation Range $4,695.00 - $5,385.00 CAD Monthly Posting End Date September 1, 2026

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Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. Job End Date August 31, 2028

Job Summary  The purpose of this position is to lead the pouch cell prototyping line at the UBC Battery Innovation Center.
Work Performed   Leads the commissioning of the battery pouch cell prototyping line and dry electrode manufacturing line in close collaboration with the equipment vendor
Coordinates on-site equipment installation, commissioning, and operator training with equipment vendors
Manages and prioritizes the utilization of the pouch cell and dry electrode manufacturing equipment by internal and external users to ensure project deliverables are achieved
Proactively identifies, troubleshoots, and resolves technical issues related to pouch cell equipment and dry room operations to minimize downtime and maximize productivity
Ensures safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all battery manufacturing equipment while maintaining compliance with laboratory safety protocols
Leads end-to-end process design and optimization for electrode materials, driving development from raw materials through electrode manufacturing and pouch cell fabrication
Develops, optimizes, and scales manufacturing processes for electrode and pouch cell production to improve performance, yield, and reproducibility
Develops, standardizes, and maintains comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for electrode fabrication, pouch cell assembly, and equipment operation
Provides hands‑on technical support, coordinates project schedules, and guides the research personnel to ensure high‑quality execution of research and development activities
Prepares, reviews, and maintains technical documentation, including pouch cell specifications, manufacturing procedures, process parameters, control plans, and quality records
Leads or contributes to research and continuous improvement initiatives that advance the Center’s battery prototyping capabilities
Identifies opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiency, process robustness, and product quality through data‑driven process optimization
Serves as the primary technical lead for pouch cell development projects, partnering with academic and industrial clients to understand application requirements, define project scope, and deliver technical solutions aligned with the Center's expertise, resources, and manufacturing capabilities
Provides technical consultation throughout project execution and communicates progress, technical findings, and recommendations to stakeholders
Performs other related duties as required.
Consequence of Error/Judgement  The work of this position will be monitored by Dr. Jian Liu or designate. Errors or incorrect decisions could potentially result in delays in completing the project or seriously compromise the quality of the research.
Supervision Received  This position will be directly supervised by Dr. Jian Liu and indirectly supervised by the Project Manager (Dr. Ayse Alemdar Thomson).
Supervision Given  This position will not be supervising others.

Minimum Qualifications   Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrochemistry, or a closely related field.
Minimum four years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own.
Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications   A Master’s or Ph.D. in a relevant field is considered a strong asset.
Prior hands‑on experience in pouch or cylindrical cell manufacturing within battery companies or research organizations specializing in battery materials and cell development is required.
Demonstrated experience in process engineering…