Research Associate

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Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc.
New York, NY, USA
Full-time

NRDC is seeking a Research Associate with the American Cities Climate Challenge (ACCC) in the Healthy People and Thriving Communities program. The American Cities Climate Challenge is an unprecedented opportunity for 20 ambitious cities to significantly deepen and accelerate their efforts to tackle climate change and promote a sustainable future for their residents. The Research Associate will conduct individual technical, policy, and other research activities for staff, technical partners, and cities to inform the development of policies and programs in the areas of buildings and/or transportation. Additionally, this position will provide day-to-day support on other Challenge activities.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • General Research: Research, collect, and synthesize information relevant to energy efficiency, renewable energy, electric vehicles, mobility, and/or climate advocacy positions.  
  • Resource Development and Communications: Develop user-friendly and tailored resources such as factsheets, presentations, and infographics for cities.
  • Technical Analysis: In coordination with Lead Technical Strategists, analyze technical issues or quantitative data to support the Challenge’s objectives.
  • General Project Support: Support Lead Technical Strategists and City Engagement Managers to meet the needs of partners and the cities.
Educational Background: 
Bachelors degree in a related field; Master’s degree preferred
Skills/Experience: 
  • 1-3 years of related experience with city policy, clean energy, transportation, or climate advocacy
  • A demonstrated ability to synthesize technical information and communicate to non-expert audiences
  • Excellent writing skills, strong verbal communication, and advanced power point presentation skills
  • Ability to work independently and on quick timelines, managing multiple workstreams
  • Quantitative or technical skills such as ArcGIS, Excel, data modeling, and/or infographic design experience preferred
  • Ability to participate in teams that work collaboratively towards shared outcomes
How to Apply: 

https://careers-nrdc.icims.com/jobs/3991/research-associate/job

Job Function: 
Research & Public Policy Analysis

Organization Info

Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc.

Overview
Headquarters: 
New York, NY, United States
Website: 
nrdc.org
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1970
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Environment
Legal Services / Justice System
Mission: 

The Natural Resources Defense Council's purpose is to safeguard the Earth: its people, its plants and animals and the natural systems on which all life depends.

We work to restore the integrity of the elements that sustain life -- air, land and water -- and to defend endangered natural places.

We seek to establish sustainability and good stewardship of the Earth as central ethical imperatives of human society. NRDC affirms the integral place of human beings in the environment.

We strive to protect nature in ways that advance the long-term welfare of present and future generations.

We work to foster the fundamental right of all people to have a voice in decisions that affect their environment. We seek to break down the pattern of disproportionate environmental burdens borne by people of color and others who face social or economic inequities. Ultimately, NRDC strives to help create a new way of life for humankind, one that can be sustained indefinitely without fouling or depleting the resources that support all life on Earth.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Aug 18 2018
Active Until: 
Sep 18 2018
Hiring Organization: 
Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc.
industry: 
Nonprofit