Research Science Analyst - Battery Insights

Job ID: 90593

As a Research Science Analyst, you will be at the forefront of the battery revolution, conducting research and analysis on various aspects of battery industry.

Who You'll Work With

Join our entrepreneurial team of 15+ researchers and consultants with main hubs in Europe, Asia, and North America. As a Research Science Analyst, you will be based in our Munich or Brussels office, work closely with 200+ internal experts with relevant industry experience and academic expertise.

What You'll Do

• Help develop a pioneering solution on batteries to contribute to one of the key enablers of a low carbon economy.
• Research plants/operations along the battery value chain, their technologies and product strategy to develop and maintain a comprehensive knowledge base (models and databases) on the whole battery industry.
• Analyze battery market and technology, uncovering the latest trends and advancements as well as stay up-to-date with the latest developments in battery related regulations around the globe.
• Collaborate with the external data analyst team to gather publicly available intelligence relevant to our assets.
• Participate in McKinsey's knowledge-building efforts by creating knowledge documents around your focus area.
• Work closely with McKinsey's global consulting teams to bring the best of Battery Insights knowledge to clients.
• Shape analysis-based recommendations and drive innovation in one of the fastest-growing industries of our times.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in (electro-) chemistry, materials science, physics, chemical/materials engineering, electrical/mechanical engineering
• A passion for electrification and battery value chains
• Work or internship experience in market research or database building in a battery related laboratory/company preferred
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including modeling
• Coding proficiency, e.g. in Python, is advantageous
• Knowledge of data management, such as SQL, is also a plus
• Superior problem-solving and analytical skills
• Willing to work in a highly demanding and result-oriented team environment
• Self-motivated and service-orientated work ethic
• Excellent English written and oral communication skills

Capabilities

• Sustainability

Equal Opportunity

McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.