Carbon Scientist

JR United Kingdom; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is looking for a skilled Carbon Scientist to join their remote team. This role involves applying scientific methods to measure and analyze carbon stocks, developing MRV protocols, and interpreting complex datasets. You will contribute directly to impactful climate initiatives and collaborate with experts dedicated to sustainability. This position offers the opportunity for international travel, including attendance at significant conferences like the UN CoP. If you are passionate about climate action and have the expertise to drive change, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Impactful climate initiatives

Collaboration with experts

Commitment to sustainability

Inclusiveness in the workplace

Qualifications

• Minimum MSc in environmental science or related field.
• Extensive experience with GIS analysis and MRV protocol development.

Responsibilities

• Measure and analyze carbon stocks and changes using scientific methods.
• Develop MRV protocols for land-based carbon projects.

Skills

GIS analysis

MRV protocol development

remote-sensing systems

data analysis

modeling carbon stock changes

Education

MSc in environmental science

MSc in ecology

MSc in forestry

Tools

IPCC Guidelines

LSRG standards

SBTi FLAG

VERRA standards

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About the Organization

Allen & York is partnering with One Carbon World, a carbon-neutral, not-for-profit organization operating in 32 countries. Recognized as an observer organization by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and a partner of the Climate Neutral Now Initiative, One Carbon World aims to make carbon accounting accessible for businesses worldwide.

Job Opportunity: Carbon Scientist

We are seeking an exceptional Carbon Scientist to join our dedicated team. This role is fully remote, with international travel required, including potential attendance at the annual United Nations Conference of Parties (CoP).

Qualifications

• Minimum MSc in environmental science, ecology, forestry, or a related field.
• Extensive experience with GIS analysis, MRV protocol development for farm/forest-based carbon measurement, and remote-sensing systems.
• Familiarity with IPCC Guidelines for National Greenhouse Gas Inventories and experience in modeling carbon stock changes.
• Ability to analyze large datasets related to land-based, forestry, and agricultural systems.
• Research experience in forestry and soil ecosystems.
• Knowledge of standards like LSRG, SBTi FLAG, and VERRA.

Responsibilities

• Apply scientific methods to measure and analyze carbon stocks and changes.
• Develop and implement MRV protocols for land-based carbon projects.
• Work with complex datasets to interpret carbon data accurately.
• Travel internationally for project work and conferences.

Benefits

Contribute directly to impactful climate initiatives, collaborate with experts, and be part of an organization committed to sustainability and inclusiveness.

Application Process

Interested candidates can apply by clicking the apply button or emailing Billy at [emailprotected] for more information or to arrange a confidential chat.

About Allen & York

With 30 years of experience, we specialize in matching purpose-driven individuals with organizations dedicated to sustainability and climate action. We are committed to diversity and inclusiveness in the workplace.