Sustainable Finance Research Associate — Remote

Canadian Climate Institute / Institut climatique du Canada; Canada; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible virtual workplace

Employer-paid health care benefits

Funding for professional development

Four weeks paid vacation

Job summary

A leading environmental organization is seeking a Research Associate to develop Canada's sustainable finance taxonomy. The role involves supporting technical development, maintaining sector expertise, and contributing to system tracking. Candidates should have a master's degree in a relevant field and strong quantitative research skills. This is a full-time virtual position available anywhere in Canada, offering competitive benefits including generous vacation, paid health care, and flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in public policy or research.
• Bilingual (French and English) fluency is an asset.
• Self‑directed and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Support technical taxonomy development activities.
• Maintain expertise in major sectors of Canada’s economy.
• Contribute to system tracking technical and public feedback.

Skills

Quantitative research skills

Written and oral communication

Interest in climate policy and finance

Data gathering and analysis

Education

Master’s degree in relevant field

Job description

A leading environmental organization is seeking a Research Associate to develop Canada's sustainable finance taxonomy. The role involves supporting technical development, maintaining sector expertise, and contributing to system tracking. Candidates should have a master's degree in a relevant field and strong quantitative research skills. This is a full-time virtual position available anywhere in Canada, offering competitive benefits including generous vacation, paid health care, and flexible work arrangements.