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Senior Research Scientist - Battery and Data Center Safety

Date Posted: Jun 23, 2026
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    Location Norwood, Massachusetts, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Apply Before: Sep 23, 2026
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Job Description

Overview

FM is seeking a Senior Research Scientist to advance scientific understanding, develop new technologies, and create engineering solutions in battery safety. This role involves conducting high-quality research focused on thermal and fire hazards associated with batteries to support industrial property loss prevention.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead internally funded research projects involving advanced testing of batteries at multiple scales
  • Design experiments to support the development, calibration, and validation of physics-based or empirical models
  • Develop and apply modeling tools for hazard evaluation of battery systems
  • Interpret and analyze experimental data and prepare high-quality technical documentation
  • Communicate test methods, results, and engineering recommendations to internal and external stakeholders
  • Manage all aspects of project management, including proposals, planning, execution, reporting, and engineering application

Required skills

  • PhD in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or a closely related field
  • Strong fundamental background in combustion, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and applied mathematics
  • Extensive experience with experimental and modeling methods in thermal fluids, heat transfer, and combustion/fire scienc
  • General understanding of battery electrochemistry and performance characteristics
  • Research experience involving experimental heat transfer measurement and battery failure analysis
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills

What the company offers

  • Participation in FM's comprehensive Total Rewards program
  • Incentive plan
  • Generous health and well-being programs
  • 401(k) and pension plan
  • Career development opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Flexible work
  • Time off allowances

Skills Required

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