Senior Remote Research Scientist - Environmental Science

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives

Home office allowance

Professional development

Flexible hours

Global impact research

Remote culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Research Scientist in Environmental Science to lead innovative research from a remote setup, focusing on climate impact, ecological modeling, and sustainable resource management.

You'll collaborate with a global team, publish findings, and help secure external funding while advancing policy-relevant solutions and cutting-edge science.

You will design and oversee independent projects, analyze complex data, and communicate results clearly to diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Environmental Science, Ecology, Climate Science, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of post-doctoral or industry research experience in environmental research.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis, environmental modeling software, and relevant data visualization tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex scientific concepts clearly.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage research projects effectively in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute complex research projects on environmental issues.
• Develop analytical and modeling techniques for environmental data.
• Conduct literature reviews and identify knowledge gaps.
• Author manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals and present findings virtually.
• Collaborate with a geographically dispersed, multidisciplinary team.
• Contribute to grant writing and seek external funding.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Environmental modeling

Data visualization

Scientific writing

Remote collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Environmental Science, Ecology, Climate Science, or related discipline

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated Senior Research Scientist with expertise in Environmental Science to join their forward-thinking, fully remote research team. This critical role will focus on developing innovative solutions and conducting advanced research in areas such as climate change impact assessment, ecological modeling, and sustainable resource management. You will lead independent research projects, analyze complex environmental data, and contribute to impactful publications and policy recommendations. This position offers the unique advantage of working from anywhere, collaborating with a global team of experts dedicated to addressing pressing environmental challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute complex research projects focused on key environmental issues.
• Develop and apply advanced analytical and modeling techniques to environmental data sets.
• Conduct literature reviews, synthesize existing research, and identify knowledge gaps.
• Author high-impact scientific manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals and present findings at virtual conferences.
• Collaborate effectively with a geographically dispersed, multidisciplinary research team.
• Contribute to grant writing and seek external funding for research initiatives.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Environmental Science , Ecology, Climate Science, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of post-doctoral or industry research experience in environmental research.
• Demonstrated success in securing research funding and publishing in leading scientific journals.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis, environmental modeling software, and relevant data visualization tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex scientific concepts clearly.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage research projects effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate different time zones.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge research with a global impact.
• A collaborative and supportive remote work culture fostering scientific growth.