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The role involves the development, characterization, and performance evaluation of advanced electrocatalysts and electrode coatings for hydrogen production.\nThe candidate will be responsible for electrochemical evaluation of catalyst performance using techniques such as ECSA determination, Tafel analysis, exchange current density calculations, EIS, CV, LSV, and durability testing. The role also includes developing and executing accelerated stress tests and long-term durability protocols in both three-electrode laboratory systems and single-cell electrolyser platforms.\nKey Responsibilities\nCatalyst Development & Characterization\nDevelop and optimize catalyst compositions for HER and OER applications in alkaline electrolysers.\nDesign and evaluate Ni-based, Ni-Mo, Ni-Fe, Raney-type, and other advanced catalyst systems.\nSupport electrode coating development through electroplating, thermal spraying, and related processes.\nCorrelate catalyst composition, morphology, and microstructure with electrochemical performance.\nElectrochemical Evaluation\nConduct electrochemical characterization using:\noCyclic Voltammetry (CV)\noLinear Sweep Voltammetry (LSV)\noElectrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS)\noChronopotentiometry (CP)\noChronoamperometry (CA)\noPolarization Measurements\nDetermine\noElectrochemically Active Surface Area (ECSA)\noTafel Slopes\noExchange Current Density (j?)\noCharge Transfer Resistance\noOverpotential and Kinetic Parameters\nAnalyze reaction kinetics and performance degradation mechanisms.\nDurability & Reliability Testing\nDevelop accelerated degradation and durability test protocols for alkaline electrolyser electrodes.\nDesign and execute long-term stability studies in:\noThree-electrode electrochemical cells\noSingle-cell electrolyser systems\nInvestigate catalyst degradation mechanisms including:\noCorrosion\noCatalyst dissolution/leaching\noSurface passivation\noMechanical degradation\noImpurity-induced degradation\nEstablish qualification criteria and benchmarking methodologies for new catalyst systems.\nData Analysis & Reporting\nInterpret electrochemical data and generate technical reports.\nPerform statistical and comparative analysis of catalyst performance.\nPresent findings through internal reviews, technical reports, publications, and patents.\nMaintain comprehensive experimental documentation and databases.\nCollaboration & Innovation\nWork closely with materials, process, coating, and stack engineering teams.\nInterface with external laboratories, universities, research institutes, and suppliers.\nContribute to intellectual property generation including invention disclosures and patent filings.\nTrack emerging technologies and literature in electrolysis and electrocatalysis.\nRequired Qualifications\nEducation\nPh.D. or M.Tech./M.S. in:\noElectrochemistry\noChemical Engineering\noMaterials Science\noMetallurgical Engineering\noEnergy Science\noRelated disciplines\nExperience\n3-5 years of relevant industrial or research experience in electrochemistry, catalysts, or electrolyser/fuel-cell technologies.\nExperience in catalyst performance evaluation and electrochemical testing.\nTechnical Skills\nHands-on experience with potentiostats/galvanostats and electrochemical workstations.\nStrong understanding of:\noHER and OER kinetics\noECSA determination methods\noTafel 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