Senior Climate Transition Risk Researcher – Nice (France) or London (UK)

EDHEC Business School; Nice; Sur place; EUR 60 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading business school in Europe seeks a Senior Climate Transition Risk Researcher located in Nice. This position involves conducting advanced research and developing methodologies for assessing climate-related risks, primarily focusing on Scope 3 emissions. Ideal candidates will hold a PhD in a relevant field and possess strong GHG accounting expertise. An attractive salary, bonus, and healthcare benefits are offered.

Prestations

Attractive salary

Bonus

Healthcare

Pension plans

Qualifications

• PhD in climate science, environmental engineering, economics, or supply chain management.
• Strong expertise in GHG accounting, especially Scope 3.
• Proficiency in Python or R for quantitative analysis.

Responsabilités

• Conduct advanced research on climate transition risks.
• Develop methodologies for assessing impacts on industries.
• Collaborate with teams to create tools for climate risk assessment.

Connaissances

Strong expertise in greenhouse gas accounting (Scope 3)

Proficiency in quantitative analysis and modelling tools

Knowledge of consumer behavior and market dynamics

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Formation

PhD in climate science or related field

Outils

Python

R

Description du poste

Senior Climate Transition Risk Researcher – One vacancy in Nice (France) or London (UK)

Role

Join an innovative climate research institute dedicated to advancing the understanding and application of climate risk assessments, developing innovative methodologies. This role focuses on creating integrated frameworks to assess climate transition risks comprehensively, emphasizing Scope 3 emissions, supply chains, consumer behavior, and technological choices. Your insights and tools will help financial sector clients quantify and understand climate-related risks and opportunities.

You will work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment, leveraging scientific research to deliver methodologies that inform decision-making across industries.

Responsibilities

1. Conduct advanced research on climate transition risks, focusing on supply chain emissions (Scope 3), consumer choices, and emerging technologies.
2. Develop and refine methodologies for assessing impacts on industries and financial markets, integrating systems thinking and scenario analysis.
3. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create innovative tools and models for climate risk assessment.
4. Engage with the financial sector and industry to align research outputs with customer needs and regulatory requirements.
5. Publish high-impact research in scientific journals and contribute to conferences, workshops, and industry forums.
6. Stay informed on emerging climate policies, technological advancements, and market trends, especially in regulations and quantitative methods, to incorporate into assessments and recommendations.

Requirements

• A PhD in climate science, environmental engineering, economics, supply chain management, or a related field.
• Strong expertise in greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting, particularly Scope 3. Knowledge of life cycle assessment (LCA) and supply chain sustainability is a plus. Familiarity with climate risk frameworks (e.g., TCFD, NGFS scenarios) is also advantageous.
• Proficiency in quantitative analysis and modelling tools (e.g., Python, R).
• Knowledge of consumer behavior, market dynamics, and emerging decarbonization technologies.
• Proven ability to conduct interdisciplinary research and develop practical applications of scientific findings.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Strong communication skills, with experience presenting complex ideas to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Familiarity with the financial sector, including climate-related disclosures, regulatory frameworks, and market incentives, is a plus.

About EDHEC Climate Institute

Institutional context

Operating from campuses in Lille, Nice, Paris, London, and Singapore, EDHEC Business School is ranked among the top ten European business schools. It has a diverse student body with over 110 nationalities, approximately 50,000 alumni in 130 countries, and partnerships with 290 institutions worldwide.

EDHEC has been recognized for its expertise in finance for over 20 years. Its approach to climate finance aims to equip professionals with the tools and insights to navigate climate change challenges. The institute has developed significant research capacity on financial climate risk measurement, bringing together experts in climate risks and quantitative analysis.

EDHEC fosters innovation through spin-offs based on its research, currently involved in ventures like Scientific Portfolio, Scientific Infra, Private Assets, and the upcoming Scientific Climate Ratings.

Mission and ambitions

The EDHEC Climate Institute (ECI) aims to help decision-makers manage climate-related financial risks and leverage financial tools to support a low-emission, resilient economy.

It is a recognized independent center for understanding the financial implications of climate change on asset prices, investments, and policies.

ECI has developed expertise in physical risks and conducts advanced research on climate transition risks, focusing on supply chain emissions, consumer choices, and emerging technologies. The institute collaborates with academic, business, and financial partners to maximize the impact of its research, sharing outputs openly to enhance accessibility.

Attractive salary, bonus, healthcare, and pension plans are offered. The salary will align with EDHEC's pay scale, the candidate's qualifications, and experience.