Scientist l

Sublime Systems - Somerville, MA

Full-time - Entry Level

Somerville, MA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Sublime Systems is seeking a Research Scientist l to contribute to the development of our cement manufacturing process. This contributor will be responsible for conducting research including hands-on lab-scale testing, data analysis, literature reviews, and will work with the rest of our engineering team to scale our technology. As a member of Sublime Systems' small but growing team, the Research Scientist l will work closely with the company's leadership and will make a large impact on the development of our technology. The role will focus on material processing, chemical reaction engineering, continuous reactor design, as well as physical and chemical characterization. This role is expected to be hands-on, with significant time spent in the laboratory. The ideal candidate will be independent, results-driven, ambitious, organized, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Developing new experimental methods and tools to drive the improvement of Sublime's cement manufacturing process
• Performing lab experiments including synthesis and materials characterization, analyzing data, and presenting results
• Contributing to the development of Sublime's process through literature reviews and informational interviews with industry experts
• Contributing to the development of Sublime's complete, innovative solution
• Championing safety, especially in the development of experimental processes and in the construction of Sublime's pilot plant
• Helping to develop a supportive, innovative, and dynamic company culture

Requirements

• B.S. or M.S. in chemical engineering, materials science, or chemistry
• 0-3+ years of relevant experience in research and development on chemical processes or systems
• Strong grasp of chemical engineering, materials science, and chemistry fundamentals
• Knowledge of chemical reaction engineering, continuous reactor designs, and multi-phase aqueous/solid processes
• Ability to select and perform analytical techniques for physical and chemical characterization of solids and aqueous solutions
• Superior presentation and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to listen, distill information, consult and suggest new approaches
• Ability to pay close attention to detail, focusing on accuracy and quality, without losing sight of the bigger picture
• Balance, perspective, and a good sense of humor