Engineering · Full-time · Piedmont, Italy
ABOUT THE CENTER
The Center for Biological Diversity, a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, believes the welfare of human beings is deeply linked to nature — to the existence of a vast diversity of wild animals, plants and people. Because diversity has intrinsic value, and because its loss impoverishes society, we work to secure a future for all species, great and small, hovering on the brink of extinction. We do so through science, law, activism and creative media, with a focus on protecting the lands, waters and climate that humans, other species and all communities need to survive and thrive.
We want those who come after us to inherit a world where the wild is still alive.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Center for Biological Diversity seeks a full-time Senior Scientist or Senior Analyst in our Climate Law Institute to advance our work to phase out fossil fuels and speed the just transition to clean, renewable energy. The Senior Scientist or Senior Analyst will focus on policy and economic analysis to advance our campaigns. This position can either be remote or located at one of our offices in Oakland, California, Washington, D.C., or Albuquerque, New Mexico.
General position overview:
The Climate Law Institute wages innovative legal and grassroots campaigns to protect people, wildlife and ecosystems from climate change and the fossil fuel industry. We work at every level, on international, federal, state and local campaigns, to phase out fossil fuels, eliminate greenhouse gas emissions, and speed a just transition to 100 percent clean, renewable energy, and transportation. We are seeking to add a Senior Scientist or Senior Analyst to our dynamic team of scientists, lawyers, organizers, and communications staff. The new Senior Scientist or Senior Analyst will work to advance our campaigns through strategic quantitative and qualitative policy analyses, economic analyses, public and decision-maker engagement, and grassroots and media outreach. One major area of focus will be work to reduce oil and gas pollution and ensure the proper decommissioning and remediation of oil and gas infrastructure.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Main duties:
Work within our team and with outside colleagues to design, analyze, and advocate for strong state and federal policy outcomes, rooted in science and justice, to reduce oil and gas pollution, ensure the proper decommissioning and remediation of oil and gas infrastructure and speed the transition to clean, renewable energy and transportation.
Analyze pending state and federal agency policies and legislative proposals through quantitative and qualitative analyses.
Research and write comment letters, reports, policy documents, scientific publications, and factsheets for decision-makers and the public to advance policy positions.
Prepare communications such as press releases and op-eds and respond to inquiries and interview requests from journalists.
Give presentations at public hearings for decision-makers.
Effectively collaborate with colleagues from academia, allied organizations, and frontline communities.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Essential qualities, qualifications and skills:
Preferred qualifications, skills, and qualities:
WORKING CONDITIONS
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of this job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
This is not a complete description of all workplace conditions, and conditions are subject to change per the Organization’s discretion.
Cognitive
Ability to process and analyze information: [ ] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [X] Frequently
Exchange accurate information: [ ] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [X] Frequently
Communicate and express oneself with others: [ ] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [X] Frequently
Interaction with other colleagues: [ ] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [X] Frequently
Interaction with the public/co-collaborators: [ ] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [X] Frequently
Physical
Reading (ingest data): [ ] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [X] Frequently
Working on a computer: [ ] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [X] Frequently
Typing: [ ] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [X] Frequently
Writing by hand: [ ] Rarely [X] Occasionally [ ] Frequently
Sitting: [ ] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [X] Frequently
Standing: [ ] Rarely [X] Occasionally [ ] Frequently
Lift/Carry 0-25 lbs: [X] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [ ] Frequently
Climbing up or down stairs: [ ] Rarely [X] Occasionally [ ] Frequently
Bending: [X] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [ ] Frequently
Squatting: [X] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [ ] Frequently
Reaching overhead: [X] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [ ] Frequently
Repetitive motions: [ ] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [X] Frequently
Ability to drive: [X] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [ ] Frequently
Location Conditions
In person required (versus remote work): [ ] Rarely [X] Occasionally [ ] Frequently
Travel required: [ ] Rarely [X] Occasionally [ ] Frequently
Night or weekend work: [ ] Rarely [X] Occasionally [ ] Frequently
Work in outdoor conditions: [ X] Rarely [ ] Occasionally [ ] Frequently
BENEFITS (Subject to change—see Handbook for more details)
For regular staff working 30+ hours a week
For all regular staff
JEDAI STATEMENT
The Center for Biological Diversity deeply values, and is committed to sustaining and promoting, both biological and cultural diversity. We welcome, embrace and respect diversity of people, identities and cultures. We are committed to fostering an organizational culture of diversity and inclusion. The Center believes staff and board diversity is critical to saving life on Earth.
We are an equal opportunity employer.
How to apply: Please apply online by completing our application and submitting a cover letter, resume, writing sample and 3-5 references. The position will remain open until filled. The desired start date is as soon as possible. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. No telephone calls, please
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