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    Head of Research - United Kingdom - Science Based Targets initiative

    Science Based Targets initiative
    Science Based Targets initiative United Kingdom

    2 weeks ago

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    Research Manager, Methods & Pathways

    The SBTi's private sector standards guide leaders in the private sector to set ambitious targets for decarbonization of their operations and value chains in line with what climate science says is required.

    This position will report to the Research Lead, Methods & Pathways, based in the United States.

    This role plays an important part in achieving rigor and transparency in our technical foundations, ensuring that SBTi's standards for corporate target setting are up to date with the latest 1.You are a great fit for this role if you have a strong background in quantitative analysis and scientific writing, with special expertise in the analysis of scenarios; if you are passionate about driving ambitious climate action in the private sector; and if you are committed to inclusive, transparent procedures for research that enable transformative change.

    The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is a global body enabling businesses to set ambitious emissions reductions targets in line with the latest climate science.

    It is focused on accelerating companies worldwide to halve emissions before 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions before 2050.

    The SBTi defines and promotes best practices in science-based target setting, offers resources and guidance to reduce barriers to adoption, and independently assesses and approves companies' targets.

    Develop and improve research protocols for consistent updating of SBTi's corporate standards in line with up-to-date 1.5C mitigation scenarios and best practice in science-based target setting methods
    Develop proposals and lead research projects, delivering outputs on time and to an esteemed level of quality and in line with SBTi protocols
    Lead the publication of research findings in gray and peer-reviewed literature
    Provide an expert perspective on global mitigation scenarios and science-based target setting methods in cross-team projects
    Develop and maintain relationships with members of the research community engaged in research that is relevant to mitigation scenarios and corporate science-based target setting methods
    Ensure that research produced by the SBTi is accessible to your colleagues and a diverse group of stakeholders

    Master's degree in natural or physical sciences, sustainability, or another relevant field
    ~5 to 8 years of experience working on climate change mitigation research, including analysis of output from Integrated Assessment Models and other relevant modeling tools
    ~ Excellent analytical and research skills, with a clear understanding of how different research methods can be applied in practice and in conjunction
    ~ Strong demonstrated scientific writing abilities, including experience as lead author and co-author of peer reviewed research publications
    ~ Skilled at building and maintaining relationships across disciplinary lines

    PhD or similar advanced degree in geography, earth/environmental science, sustainability, or another relevant field
    Talented at statistical analysis
    Experience supervising a research group or small team

    This is a full-time role based in the US, UK, Germany, or Mexico.

    The salary for this role will depend on location and experience level. This role is a fixed-term contract for 12 months with the possibility of extension.

    The SBTi cannot sponsor any working visas.

    Training and development;
    Attractive holiday package.

    Climate17 and SBTi is an equal opportunity employer - committed to building an inclusive workplace and diverse staff, where all can thrive.

    We welcome and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all identities and backgrounds, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age
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