Location: Remote (must reside in the US) Job Type: FLSA Exempt: Regular Full-time 35 hours per week Travel: Some business travel may be required, including overnight stays Application Deadline: May 31st, 2024 Start Date: Available immediately. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion The Pacific Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity is a core value at Pacific Institute. We are dedicated to enhancing […]
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Job Title: Researcher, Water & Climate Equity
Company: Pacific Institute
Location: Remote (must reside in the US)
Job Type: Full-Time, Regular
Application Deadline: May 31st, 2024
Start Date: Available immediately
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: The Pacific Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About the Role:
The Pacific Institute is seeking a collaborative and impact-focused Researcher to support applied, interdisciplinary research and analysis that advances water and climate equity. The ideal candidate will have a passion for water and climate change equity, strong research background, and excellent communication skills. They will work on water-related challenges faced by and solutions for frontline communities in the United States. The Researcher must have the knowledge and experience to produce high-quality work at the intersection of climate change, water systems, and environmental justice.
Responsibilities:
– Support the Water & Climate Equity Lead in conducting collaborative and rigorous primary and secondary interdisciplinary research on water-climate-equity topics
– Collaborate with a diverse group of individuals to meet project objectives within established timelines
– Gather information and data through analysis of primary and secondary data, literature reviews, and contacts with other researchers, practitioners, and organizations
– Document and write up results of work performed, including synthesizing large amounts of complex information and preparing reports and other written products
– Prepare non-technical communication materials on research topics, such as blog posts, issue briefs, and press releases
– Provide programmatic and project support as needed, including coordinating meetings, tracking deliverables, and supporting fundraising activities
Requirements:
– Master’s degree with thesis requirement in water resources, climate, environmental or sustainability sciences, social sciences, or natural resource management
– Minimum five years of recent work experience as a professional applied researcher in a relevant field
– Strong research acumen, analytical skills, and critical thinking abilities
– Proficient knowledge of the US water sector and strategies to support climate-resilient water systems
– Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to convey technical information to non-technical audiences
– Ability to work independently and in collaborative teams
– Proficiency in Microsoft products and collaboration tools such as Slack and Microsoft Teams
Preferred Qualifications:
– Interdisciplinary advanced degree, ideally in combined social-natural sciences
– Knowledge of usable climate change information and tools for water-related decision-making
– Proficiency with GIS software and/or other data analysis tools
To apply, please submit a cover letter, CV/resume, evidence of your publication track record, a personal diversity, equity, and inclusion statement, and a peer-reviewed writing sample demonstrating proficiency in the required qualifications.
Note: No immigration or relocation assistance is available for this position. No phone calls, please.
Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience
Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for company benefits
We look forward to reviewing your application!