Research Scientist - Cement Materials
Company: Berkner Group
Location: Somerville
Posted on: June 18, 2022
Job Description:
Background & OverviewSublime Systems' mission is to have a swift
and massive impact on reducing global CO2 emissions by
decarbonizing cement, the key ingredient in concrete. Founded in
2020, Sublime Systems has taken on the challenge of transforming
the cement production process. Leading investors including The
Engine, Prime Impact Fund, Energy Impact Partners, and Lowercarbon
Capital have funded Sublime's technology, recognizing that this
paradigm shift in production has set us on the path to deliver high
performance, net-zero solutions to concrete producers, thereby
driving gigaton-scale reductions in CO2 emissions.If you are
galvanized by seeking solutions to hard problems, inspired to
combat climate change, and have a "hard hat" in your DNA, contact
us today to learn more about Sublime Systems. We are seeking
extraordinary scientists, engineers, market and business
development strategists, and operations experts to propel
innovation and market transformation.Position OverviewSublime
Systems seeks a research scientist to contribute to the development
of our cement. This contributor will be responsible for conducting
research including hands-on lab-scale testing, data analysis, and
literature reviews, and will work with the rest of our team to
validate and optimize the performance of our cement. The research
scientist will work closely with the company's experienced
technical team and will make a large impact on the technology and
business. This is an exciting opportunity to combat global climate
change by transforming how the world makes cement.Responsibilities
include:
- Implementing experimental methods and tools to validate and
optimize the performance of Sublime's cement
- Performing lab experiments including cement property
measurements, analyzing data, and presenting results
- Testing and implementing strategies to improve cement
performance
- Championing safety, especially in the development of
experimental processes
- Contributing to the development of Sublime's technology through
literature reviews and informational interviews with industry
experts
- Contributing to white papers, reports, and patent
applications
- Fostering Sublime Systems' reputation by delivering innovative
solutions
- Helping to develop a supportive, innovative, and dynamic
company cultureKnowledge and Skill RequirementsThis role will focus
on cement performance validation and optimization. The position is
expected to be hands-on, with a significant amount of time spent
engaging in lab testing. The ideal candidate will be independent,
results-driven, ambitious, organized, and able to thrive in a
fast-paced environment.
- B.S. or M.S. in civil engineering, materials science, materials
chemistry, or a related field, plus 3 or more years of relevant
work experience, OR Ph.D. in civil engineering, materials science,
materials chemistry, or a related field
- Candidates with research experience in cement, concrete,
admixtures, glass ceramics, nanomaterials, and/or related materials
are preferred.
- Knowledge of materials chemistry, kinetics, thermodynamics, and
structure-property-function relationships.
- Ability to select, design, and apply tools and techniques to
measure key physical and chemical properties of cement and concrete
materials.
- Knowledge of statistical methods including design of
experiments is preferred.
- 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.Sublime Systems
is proud to be an Equal Opportunity EmployerAll qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability,
protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by
law.Your Right to WorkIn compliance with federal law, all persons
hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work
in the United States and to complete the required employment
eligibility verification document form upon hire. Berkner Group has
been engaged to execute this search. If you were contacted by
Berkner Group, please reply to the person who contacted you. If you
are applying to a job posting, please email your resume and a brief
introduction to careers@berknergroup.com. Please include your name
and the title for this position ("[Your name] - Sublime Systems -
Research Scientist - Cement Materials") in the subject line of your
email.We look forward to hearing from you!
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