Technology Team Manager

Connecticut Innovations is seeking a Technology Team Manager for CREW Carbon in New Haven, CT. The role involves overseeing R&D and operations, leading scientific teams, and ensuring high-quality data analysis. Candidates should have a strong background in carbonate chemistry and experience managing complex research projects. This full-time position requires on-site work at the New Haven labs and office, focusing on innovative solutions for wastewater treatment and carbon removal.
Are you ready to join Connecticut Innovation’s vibrant community of innovators? Connecticut Innovations (“CI”) is Connecticut’s strategic venture capital arm, and we are passionate about serving our portfolio of 220+ companies across various industries, with strengths in life sciences, technology, and climate tech.




Come join one of our quickly growing portfolio companies, Home | CREW Carbon!




CREW Carbon Overview




CREW’s technology and services make wastewater treatment cheaper and more efficient, while permanently sequestering CO₂.




Leveraging advanced chemistry, natural minerals, and AI, we’ve developed and are deploying a category-defining process intensification technology, with decarbonization at its core. Today, we help wastewater treatment facilities and operators:




Improve the efficiency of existing, legacy infrastructureEliminate hazardous chemicals & reduce operational costsAvoid $100M+ infrastructure upgradesCapture & Store CO₂


We are currently deploying this technology across the US. In addition, we’ve signed $33M+ in carbon removal offtake agreements with leading corporations — including JP Morgan, Google, and Stripe — looking to meet their climate goals, supercharging CREW’s expansion.




CREW has offices and labs in New Haven, CT and Brooklyn, NY.




Position Overview




As the Technology Team Manager, you will oversee the R&D and operations of the technology team. This role requires a fundamental understanding of carbonate chemistry, experience in natural and engineered systems, and a strong scientific aptitude. A successful candidate will have extensive experience leading scientific teams and providing operational oversight to ensure the delivery of high-quality data analysis, method development and experimental execution. This role will work closely with CREW Carbon’s world-class Scientific Advisors and CEO to define scientific priorities, mentor technology team members, and drive CREW’s mission through innovative research and rigorous analysis. A key component of this role will deepen the scientific impact of alkalinity enhancement in wastewater as well as other applications, such as agriculture and rivers.




A successful candidate will continue to position CREW Carbon as a leader in the carbon removal industry, expanding our reach and impact. This is an ideal opportunity for a detail-oriented, mission-driven scientist with experience in leading scientific teams, managing complex research projects, and bridging laboratory and field operations to deliver actionable, high-quality results.




This position is a full-time role. Location will be onsite at our labs and office in New Haven, CT.




Responsibilities

Lead and mentor the technology team, fostering a culture of collaboration, learning, and excellence.Set the strategic direction for scientific research programs, ensuring alignment with CREW’s technology goals and carbon removal verification requirements.Oversee laboratory and field operations, including protocols, SOPs, equipment use, troubleshooting, safety, data management, and data quality control.Collaborate closely with CREW’s Product team, including data engineering and biogeochemical modeling, to leverage CREW’s data infrastructure, integrate experimental and operational data, and produce actionable insights.Coordinate with Operations, Engineering, and Product teams to ensure seamless integration of R&D outputs into technology deployment.Drive scientific innovation through experimental design, data analysis, and method development.Maintain internal & external relationships, including running meetings, setting agendas, and tracking follow-up items.Support recruitment, onboarding, and professional development of scientific staff.


Experience Requirements




PhD or masters in geochemistry, biogeochemistry, environmental sciences, chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related field.5-8+ years of proven experience managing and leading a scientific team, ideally within a field and lab research environment.Strong proficiency in analytical chemistry techniques (e.g., ICP-MS, ICP-OES, IC, and TIC Analyzer) and experience with statistical programming and geochemical modeling (e.g., Python, R, MatLab, PHREEQC).Extensive experience in conducting field and lab research, including designing and executing experiments, collecting samples, and performing data analysis.Ability to lift up to 15 lbs and adapt to dynamic, fast-paced startup environments.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing startup environment where priorities can shift on a monthly basis.Practice extreme ownership (no task is too small).Love being in the trenches with your team and working with high empathy.Have a growth and adaptive mindset.


Preferred Qualifications




Postdoctoral or applied experience in a relevant scientific field with a strong track record of peer-reviewed publications.Experience in startups, especially in early-stage technology development and scaling.Familiarity with carbon removal MRV methodologies or environmental compliance.


Compensation




Compensation at the time of offer is unique to each candidate and based on a variety of factors such as skill set, experience, qualifications, and work location. Salary is one part of the total compensation and benefits package. Other benefits for eligible employees may include: equity through the form of option grants, flexible paid time off, 401(k) plan, well equipped office environment, and health benefits offerings.




The expected base salary range for this role is $95,000 – $130,000. This range represents the company’s estimate for this position at the time of posting however actual compensation may vary based on skills, experience, location, role scope, and business needs.




CREW Highlights




Signed a carbon credit offtake agreement with the Frontier Climate Fund in 2024Selected as 1 of 24 companies by the US Department of Energy in 2024 to be a potential supplier of high-quality carbon credits to the federal governmentHighlighted as an “Innovator of the Month” by US Senator Chris Murphy in 2024Selected by ImagineH2O, the leading water sector innovation accelerator in 2024Highlighted by Business Insider as “One of the Most Promising Climate-Tech Startups of 2023


CREW Carbon is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We have strict wage minimums, generous benefits, and personal leave policies. Our goal is to provide safe, rewarding, and empowering work environments for all who interact with our company.