Research Analyst, Industrial Innovation and Carbon Removal

This position is remote based in a state in the US where WRI is registered. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission. WRI is unable to sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position.

About the Program:

The Industrial Innovation and Carbon Removal Team uses analysis, research, and partnerships to drive advancements in industrial decarbonization and carbon removal and meet U.S. climate goals. With a comprehensive portfolio covering technological and natural carbon removal and decarbonizing the highest emitting industrial subsectors—such as steel, cement, chemicals, and refining—the Team advances new research and policies into vital and growing climate tools. The Team works with entities in the public, private, labour, and NGO sectors to accomplish mutually desired goals that ultimately aim to benefit people, nature, and climate.

Job Highlight:

Reporting to the Associate - Industrial Innovation & Carbon Removal, you will contribute to the research and analytical activities of the Industrial Innovation and Carbon Removal team within WRI U.S., in support of our efforts to lay the groundwork for advancing low-carbon, equitable, and resilient domestic climate policies. This will include research and analysis of industrial decarbonization and carbon removal technologies, tracking policy and legislative developments for industrial decarbonization and carbon removal, and supporting development of knowledge and communications products on these topics. You will work in close collaboration with project leads, technical partners, and other WRI programs.

What will you do:

Research and Analysis (60%):

• Conduct research on approaches and technologies needed to accelerate industrial decarbonization and scaleup carbon removal, including identifying policy support needs and potential risks and benefits
• Monitor and synthesize relevant policy and technology developments and their potential climate impact, and identify implications for the team’s work
• Attend webinars, meetings, and virtual workshops/conferences on industrial decarbonization and carbon removal and summarize key takeaways
• Analyse primary data from national emissions and other databases
• Co-author knowledge products, including working papers and reports
• Help coordinate and manage development and review process for knowledge products

Communication, engagement, and coordination (40%):

• Author and/or co-author articles and other externally facing communication materials to communicate complex content in an easily understandable way
• Engage with partner institutions including academia, NGOs, government, and private sector on knowledge sharing and joint research products
• Help prepare presentations and briefings for internal and external audiences
• Support external engagements and opportunities at the national, regional, and global level
• Help coordinate project implementation and provide inputs into funder reports and track funder deliverables

What will you need:

• Education: You have a bachelor’s degree or hold an equivalent four-year university degree
• Experience: You have a minimum of 2 years of full-time work experience relevant to the job description
• Experience in industrial decarbonization and carbon removal technology and/or policy is a plus
• Languages: Written and spoken proficiency in English
• Requirements: Existing work authorization is required where this position. WRI is unable to authorize visa work authorization

Potential Salary: Salary range is between 57,000 and 62,000 USD. Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors.

How to Apply: Please submit a resume with cover letter by the date of 19 January 2024. You must apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered.

What we offer:

• Access to the WRI global network with the opportunity to exchange with and learn from passionate colleagues working at the cutting edge of their fields across Asia, Africa, Europe, Latin America, and the US
• The chance to have an impact and to develop your career within a mission driven organization with access to varied learning and training opportunities.
• A workplace that strives to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our work
• The opportunity to join and get involved in different working groups and affinity groups to shape the future of WRI
• Commitment to hybrid working model with flexible working hours.
• Generous leave days that increase with tenure

About Us:

Founded in 1982, World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. We are working to address seven critical challenges that the world must overcome this decade to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean. WRI has a global staff of over 1,800 people with work spanning 60 countries. We have offices in Africa, Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Colombia and the United States, as well as a growing presence in other countries and regions.

The foundation of our work is delivering high-quality research, data, maps, and analysis to solve the world’s greatest environment and international development challenges and improve people’s lives. We work with leaders in government, business, and civil society to drive ambitious action and create change on the ground. Equally important, we bring together partners to develop breakthrough ideas and scale-up solutions for far-reaching, enduring impact.

Our mission and values:

WRI’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.

Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity, Innovation, Urgency, Independence, and Respect.

Our culture:

WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to our organizational and programmatic practices. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment; we embrace all diversity and encourage women, the LGBTQ+ community, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply. Recognizing our strong commitment to gender equality, WRI has also been awarded EDGE certification.

Our team in Human Resources carefully reviews all applications.