Connecticut Innovations · 20 hours ago
Wastewater Technology & Research Scientist
New Haven, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expConnecticut Innovations is a strategic venture capital arm in Connecticut, passionate about serving its portfolio of companies. CREW Carbon, one of its growing portfolio companies, is seeking a Wastewater Technology & Research Scientist to execute lab and field operations, optimize carbon dioxide removal technology, and enhance wastewater treatment processes.
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Hiring Manager
Bo Bradstreet
Responsibilities
Design, execute, and refine lab and field experiments to analyze nitrogen cycling, carbonate chemistry, and aqueous and solid mass balance in wastewater settings
Run and maintain analytical instruments (e.g., ICP-MS, IC, TOC analyzers, spectrophotometers) for high-precision chemical measurements
Maintain existing SOPs
Conduct on-site sampling and in-field measurements under varying environmental conditions
Analyze field data in real-time and work with the engineering team to troubleshoot issues and optimize performance of both CREW systems and wastewater facilities
Work directly with engineering and operations teams to support CREW’s deployments at partnering utility sites
Detail orientated approach to data management and storage
Rapidly interpret lab and field data to improve system efficiency
Use wastewater process and biogeochemical principles to optimize CREW’s pH and alkalinity optimization methodology
Lead mass balance modeling of existing partner utility treatment process, as well as experimental models based on implementing CREW’s technology and quantifying carbon removal
Work closely with scientists, engineers, and project managers to ensure seamless integration of lab and field insights
Create visual representations of data and communicate findings clearly through reports, presentations, and technical documentation
Qualification
Required
5+ years experience in Wastewater Treatment, Process Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Chemistry, Biogeochemistry, or a related field
Proficiency in mass balance modeling (BioWin, GPS-X, or SUMO)
Proficiency in visualizations to interpret and present data to technical and non-technical audiences
Demonstrated knowledge of biological nutrient removal (BNR), including nitrification/denitrification, phosphorus removal, and the technologies utilized in wastewater plants to support BNR
Understanding of chemical and physical treatment in municipal and industrial wastewater
Experience in carbonate chemistry, or biochemistry in the context of wastewater
Hands-on experience operating and maintaining laboratory instrumentation for biological and chemical analysis
Strong willingness to work in the field under demanding conditions and adapt quickly to new environments
Ability to take initiative and be the first to raise a hand to solve problems and lead analytical efforts
Preferred
M.S. or PhD a relevant field
Experience deploying and testing environmental technologies in municipal or industrial processes
Proficiency in qPCR and gene sequencing bacteria profiling
Benefits
Insurance
Vacation
Retirement
Equity options
Company
Connecticut Innovations
Connecticut Innovations provides strategic capital and operational insight to to companies in high-tech industries
11-50 employees
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Matthew J. McCooe
CEO
Douglas J. Roth
Managing Director
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