Sublime Systems · 1 week ago
Managing Scientist- Product
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$130K/yr - $140K/yr
2+ years expSublime Systems is advancing innovative manufacturing processes for cement, aiming to revolutionize the construction industry. They are seeking a Managing Scientist to lead product R&D efforts, focusing on developing next-generation decarbonized cement through research, project management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
CleanTechEnergyRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Provide technical leadership in the development, validation, and optimization of cement formulations, with emphasis on mineral processing, milling, particle technology, and suspension rheology
Lead team and coordinate multiple R&D workstreams simultaneously, ensuring alignment with product development priorities and timelines. Provide guidance, mentorship, and technical oversight to other scientists and engineers
Partner closely with Pilot / Process R&D and other cross-functional teams to establish tight feedback loops between laboratory results, process constraints, and scale-up learnings
Design, execute, and interpret experimental programs involving milling and grinding, rheology, and cement property measurements; analyze data and clearly communicate results and implications
Develop and execute rheological testing strategies to characterize flow behavior, thixotropy, structuration, particle interactions and additive/admixture compatibility in cementitious systems
Evaluate and optimize grinding and classification parameters to control particle size distribution, surface area, and morphology in support of fresh and hardened cement performance
Contribute to cement performance and technology development through literature review, balancing chemistry/processing/manufacturability consideration, competitive analysis, and engagement with external experts, suppliers, and industry partners
Develop, validate, and implement new test methodologies to characterize cement performance, processing behavior, and scale-up risks
Maintain, calibrate, and expand laboratory capabilities, particularly in rheology and particle engineering
Author technical white papers, internal reports, and patent applications to document and protect Sublime’s innovations
Champion safety and responsible laboratory practices, particularly when developing new experimental methods and processes
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative team culture, setting expectations for rigor, accountability, and continuous learning
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related discipline
2+ years of industry experience in research and development, materials engineering
Strong technical foundation in inorganic materials and particle-based systems, with demonstrated expertise in: Mineral processing and milling, Particle technology and PSD control, Suspension rheology and rheometry
Proven ability to develop and interpret structure–property relationships for cementitious systems to guide material design and performance optimization
Hands-on experience with characterization techniques such as laser diffraction, TGA, XRF, XRD, BET, optical microscopy, and/or SEM
Experience in leading research projects involving hypothesis-driven experimentation, DOE, and statistical data analysis to measure physical and chemical properties relevant to cementitious materials
Demonstrated leadership and project management skills, including the ability to prioritize work, develop and manage complex workflows, and drive progress across multiple R&D initiatives
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical findings clearly to diverse audiences and build effective cross-functional relationships across disciplines and organizational boundaries
Strong attention to detail and data quality, paired with the ability to maintain a system-level, strategic perspective
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, collaborative and inclusive startup environment with adaptability, professionalism, and a positive 'can-do' attitude
Company
Sublime Systems
Sublime Systems develops technology to decarbonize cement-making.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$202MKey Investors
Suffolk TechnologiesHolcimUS Department of Energy
2025-05-20Series Unknown
2024-09-19Corporate Round· $75M
2024-03-25Grant· $87M
Leadership Team
Rob Davies
Chief Executive Officer
Yet-Ming Chiang
Co-Founder and Chief Scientist
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