Project Manager and Research Analyst – Carbon Removal Ecosystem

Carbon Gap; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading non-profit organization focused on carbon removal in Europe is seeking a Project Manager and Research Analyst. This role involves coordinating research projects, engaging with stakeholders, and contributing to policy advocacy. Ideal candidates will have a Master’s degree and experience in project management and climate science. The position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic team.

Benefits

Lunch vouchers

Pension

Medical plan

Transport reimbursement

Training and personal development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of relevant experience in natural sciences, social sciences, or related fields.
• Familiarity with carbon removal and/or climate science.

Responsibilities

• Lead a large, multi-component project, managing activities and supervising outputs.
• Conduct research on carbon removal science, policy, and markets.
• Present project progress to diverse audiences and engage with partners.

Skills

Project Management

Research

Communication

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Our mission

Carbon removal, alongside emissions reductions, is essential to preserving a stable climate. We focus on addressing knowledge, policy, and ambition gaps to build a carbon removal ecosystem that delivers real progress on climate change.

Leadership from European countries, including the UK, is critical for scaling carbon removal to meet global climate goals and fostering a progressive vision free from fossil fuel or corporate dominance. Europe needs carbon removal to:

1. Meet its net-zero targets
2. Address its historical emissions contributing to warming

Europe has the financial capacity and political will to scale climate solutions, but lacks a dedicated, honest voice for carbon removal. Carbon Gap aims to be that voice.

The role

Carbon Gap is a leading, independent non-profit organization dedicated to carbon removal in Europe, with the largest team of policy professionals based in Brussels and other European capitals. Since our launch at COP26, we have published influential papers, gained media recognition, and our Policy Directors serve as EU policy advisors. Our mission is to make Europe a global leader in carbon removal and meet its net-zero commitments.

We seek experienced carbon removal and policy professionals to join our team, helping us realize our vision of safe, effective, and socially responsible carbon removal. If you are ambitious and want to impact climate policy, we want to hear from you.

As a project manager and research analyst, you will lead a large, multi-component project, managing activities and teams, supervising quality, and engaging with our network for adoption. You will also contribute to research projects to enhance our expertise and support advocacy efforts, working with a respected team and engaging with leaders across sectors. The role involves project coordination, research, writing, and strategic thinking.

This role is ideal for an engineer or experienced project manager with interest and background in CDR or climate policy. We will support your growth in climate, environment, and policy issues, providing a platform to expand your professional impact and network.

Responsibilities

Project Coordinator

• Manage a large research project, ensuring effective organization and delivery
• Set priorities, oversee project management, and coordinate teams
• Plan future phases and report launches

Research and Analysis

• Ensure quality and objectives of project outputs
• Research carbon removal science, policy, and markets, including pathways, monitoring, governance, and social license
• Analyze policies in the UK, EU, and other jurisdictions
• Contribute to establishing governance, standards, and certifications
• Analyze the commercial market and technological developments
• Create research summaries, briefs, and policy materials for advocacy

Communicator

• Present project progress to diverse audiences
• Engage with partners to promote reports and deliverables
• Author and contribute to policy reports, social media, blogs, and stakeholder interviews

Your profile

• Masters degree or 3-4 years relevant experience in sciences, social sciences, economics, or data science, with a portfolio of projects or publications
• Familiarity with carbon removal and climate science; previous related projects/publications are a plus
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with a problem-solving attitude
• Passion for climate action and understanding of the climate crisis
• Comfort with learning new material, digesting scientific papers, and simplifying complex topics
• Focus on results, strategic thinking, and relationship-building skills

What we offer

• Fixed-term, full-time contract (40h/week) under Belgian or UK law, with potential for permanence
• Competitive salary, benefits including lunch vouchers, pension, health insurance, and transport reimbursement
• Supportive team environment with social activities
• Modern offices in Brussels or East London
• Hybrid work arrangement
• Training and development opportunities

About us

Carbon Gap is a philanthropically-funded non-profit established in 2021 to position Europe as a leader in carbon dioxide removal. Visit our website to learn more: Carbon Gap Website