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Research Associate/Staff Scientist: Climate and Energy Policy

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Sectors Including Mitigation, Science & Management
Location Washington State - America North
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Type Fixed Term and Permanent Roles
Status Full Time
Level Mid Level
Deadline 24/03/2020
Company Name Stockholm Environment Institute
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Directory Entry : Climate and Environmental Jobs with SEI. SEI was formally established in 1989 by the Swedish Government and celebrated its 25th anniversary in October 2014. Our goal is to bring about change for sustainable development by bridging science and policy. We do this by providing integrated analysis that supports decision-makers. The institute has built a reputation for rigorous and objective scientific analysis in the field of environment and development.
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SEI US is seeking a passionate early- to mid-career researcher to contribute to SEI’s work on emerging topics within climate policy.

Location: Seattle, Washington, USA
Deadline: 24 March, 23:59 PST, or until the position is filled

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As a Research Associate/Staff Scientist, you will contribute to SEI’s work on emerging topics in climate policy, which could include, among others, low-carbon cities, carbon pricing, energy and development, just transitions, and the economics or politics of oil, gas, and coal extraction (as part of the SEI US climate policy team).

Initial activities are likely to include contributions to reports on the potential of urban climate action to contribute to national climate goals, on the consistency of national plans for fossil fuel production with global climate goals, and on the economics of oil and gas development.

Key responsibilities

Contribute to innovative research projects by:

  • Designing and implementing research strategies and methods
  • Preparing, applying, and helping conceptualize analytical tools and models
  • Gathering information and data, including literature, internet, and phone research
  • Drafting reports, articles, and blog posts
  • Providing coordination and support to project managers
  • Assisting with the preparation of proposals and fundraising
  • Delivering external presentations, trainings, and other outreach

Who you are

You should have a desire to work in the non-profit sector within a small, informal, yet highly professional team. Desired capabilities include:

  • Familiarity with, or a strong curiosity in, climate policy; environmental science; greenhouse gas emissions quantification and accounting; economics; energy systems: city policy and planning; and sustainable development (international work experience would be a plus)
  • Strong proficiency with quantitative and technical analysis and/or modeling
  • Excellent critical thinking skills and reasoning abilities; ability and tendency to question and evaluate methods, findings, and conclusions, including one’s own
  • The ability to clearly communicate research and analysis, orally and in writing, to a wide range of audiences
  • Thorough, disciplined, and well-documented research techniques
  • Collegiality and the ability to work collaboratively with both internal and external colleagues
  • Personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and the ability to manage time, priorities, and resources effectively
  • A passion for interdisciplinary, objective research and analysis

Formal qualifications and experience

  • College degree with strong analytical background
  • Four or more years of work experience, and/or an advanced degree (e.g., in policy, resource economics, physical sciences, sociology, or other science)
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; programming (e.g. in R) and statistics capabilities would be a plus

Benefits

SEI US offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental and disability insurance, retirement, and paid parental and family medical leave after one year of employment. We have a casual work environment and flexible work schedules, and offer 10 holidays, 15 days of vacation (increasing to 20 days after five years of employment), and 10 days of sick leave each year.

SEI US is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity, an inclusive work culture, and do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, gender identification, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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