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Our deep team of scholar-practitioners has significant and diverse experience in implementing real policy and decision making at the highest levels, and simultaneously in leading field in research. CGS works to build global capacity for analysis to support climate ambition, to understand cleaner energy technology pathways, to enhance resilience to climate change, and to support new approaches to energy and climate finance.</p><p> </p> </section> <h3> Available Positions </h3> <div class="silc-accordion" id="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499" data-silc-accordion-animated> <div class="silc-accordion__section"> <button id="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-c5126f04-7691-415b-b3cd-f287d0a3440e-label" class="silc-accordion__label" aria-controls="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-c5126f04-7691-415b-b3cd-f287d0a3440e-content"> Climate Mitigation and Sustainability Research Assistant(s) </button> <div class="silc-accordion__content" id="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-c5126f04-7691-415b-b3cd-f287d0a3440e-content" aria-labelled-by="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-c5126f04-7691-415b-b3cd-f287d0a3440e-label"> <div class="silc-accordion__content-compartment"> <p><span lang="EN">The Center for Global Sustainability (CGS, cgs.umd.edu) at the University of Maryland is looking for research assistant(s) with excellent research, coordination, and communication skills. The mission of CGS is, through our research and policy engagement, to change the way that governments, diverse organizations, and people around the world envision and implement new possibilities for ambitious climate action. Our team has significant and diverse experience in both delivering field-leading research and informing, supporting, and implementing policy in national and international contexts. </span></p><p><span lang="EN">These will be paid hourly positions up to 40 hours/week over the fall. The research assistants will work with CGS and our collaborators, as appropriate, to apply robust and innovative research approaches to understanding national climate ambition, energy transition, climate finance, nonCO2 mitigation, and other topics at the center of climate policy and sustainability debates. </span></p><p><span lang="EN">Specific projects may include but are not limited to the following:</span></p><ul><li><span lang="EN"></span><span lang="EN">Near- and long-term low carbon development strategies of key countries</span></li><li><span lang="EN"></span><span lang="EN">All-of-society climate mitigation strategies in the United States</span></li><li><span lang="EN"></span><span lang="EN">Accelerated fossil transition pathways in key countries, potentially including but not limited to subnational strategies</span></li><li><span lang="EN"></span><span lang="EN">Co-benefits of climate change mitigation, such as air quality and human health, economic development, and other national priorities</span></li><li><span lang="EN"></span><span lang="EN">Scenarios for analyzing climate and transition risks to the economy and financial system</span></li><li><span lang="EN"></span><span lang="EN">Decarbonization strategies for industry, transportation, and other sectors</span></li><li><span lang="EN"></span><span lang="EN">Methane and other non-CO2 reduction strategies at national or subnational levels</span></li><li><span lang="EN"></span><span lang="EN">Agricultural and other land-related mitigation options</span></li></ul><p><span lang="EN">Specific tasks may include the following:</span></p><ul><li><span lang="EN"></span><span lang="EN">Conduct background research and analysis of climate, energy, environment, and sustainable development policies</span></li><li><span lang="EN"></span><span lang="EN">Collect, analyze and visualize data</span></li><li><span lang="EN"></span><span lang="EN">Contribute to writing reports and potential research papers</span></li><li><span lang="EN"></span><span lang="EN">Support research communications, data visualization, and content creation for all of CGS’s digital mediums</span></li></ul><p><span lang="EN">Specific required skills are:</span></p><ul><li><span lang="EN"></span><span lang="EN">Knowledge in climate, energy, and sustainability issues and policies</span></li><li><span lang="EN"></span><span lang="EN">Excellent English language proficiency required, particularly written</span></li><li><span lang="EN"></span><span lang="EN">Dedication and strong ability to learn quickly</span></li><li><span lang="EN"></span><span lang="EN">Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment</span></li><li><span lang="EN"></span><span lang="EN">Background in quantitative analysis, data collection and management</span></li></ul><p><span lang="EN"></span></p><p><span lang="EN">Specific preferred skills include:</span></p><ul><li><span lang="EN"></span><span lang="EN">Coding skills in R, Python and/or STATA</span></li><li><span lang="EN"></span><span lang="EN">Geospatial analysis and/or econometric skills</span></li><li><span lang="EN"></span><span lang="EN">Ability to read and interpret legislation</span></li></ul><p><span lang="EN"></span></p><p><a href="https://forms.gle/bTMNrVr7Y3EiMTRG8"><strong>INTERESTED IN JOINING THE 2024 FALL PROGRAM? APPLY NOW!</strong></a><span lang="EN"> Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. The priority deadline for the Fall is <strong>August 9, 2024</strong>. </span></p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="silc-accordion__section"> <button id="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-dea34fc0-0f10-40fb-950a-fa07bc56ca4a-label" class="silc-accordion__label" aria-controls="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-dea34fc0-0f10-40fb-950a-fa07bc56ca4a-content"> Digital Communications Coordinator </button> <div class="silc-accordion__content" id="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-dea34fc0-0f10-40fb-950a-fa07bc56ca4a-content" aria-labelled-by="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-dea34fc0-0f10-40fb-950a-fa07bc56ca4a-label"> <div class="silc-accordion__content-compartment"> <p><span>Under the supervision of the Director of Communications and Public Affairs, the Digital Communications Coordinator will undertake the following tasks and responsibilities. Develop and implement robust social media and web strategies to increase the visibility of the Center for Global Sustainability (CGS), its researchers, and their events and publications</span>. Develop content and digital strategies that will increase community engagement among CGS stakeholders and key audiences. Improve traffic across the Center’s website and all social platforms. Create and edit digital/social content and toolkits, including for social media accounts, newsletters, webpages, and blogs<span>. </span>Oversee SEO strategy for web content, produce a weekly internal newsletter<span>, </span>and launch a <span>new CGS</span> newsletter <span>for an external audience</span>. Manage<span> </span>the design, production, and effective multichannel distribution of CGS’s research products and <span>related promotion and</span> messaging. Produce or manage the design of impactful graphics and other images for the web, social media, publications, and presentations. Track and measure the ongoing performance of CGS web and social accounts, assessing the performance and engagement of CGS’s brand, research, thought leadership, products, and advocacy efforts. Use data-driven and other analytical strategies to help determine web and social media as well as program and initiative success. Make recommendations for improving the center’s web and social media performance on an ongoing basis. Develop promotion and awareness campaigns to elevate the visibility of CGS research and publications. Maintain consistent brand messaging and style for all web and social media content. Establish a strong online presence that connects with audiences locally, nationally, and internationally. Coordinate with the School of Public Affairs’ digital and web team. </p><p><strong>Education:</strong></p><ul><li>A bachelor’s degree in digital marketing or digital communications is required.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Two to three years experience in social media and web communications and marketing.</li></ul><p><strong>Preferences:</strong></p><ul><li>Developing content for digital media platforms (websites and social media platforms).</li><li>Designing visuals for social media and other digital platforms</li><li>Establishing a strong online presence and in building an organization’s voice and audiences locally, nationally, and internationally.</li><li>Developing digital media promotion and awareness campaigns.</li><li>Generating effective digital analytics to assess web and social media performance.</li><li>Using Canva, ShutterStock, Sprout Social, Constant Contact, Google Analytics, or similar platforms.</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to expanding multicultural knowledge, awareness, and skills as evidenced through displaying self-awareness, understanding, and valuing others.</li></ul><p>The salary range for this position is $60,000 to $75,000. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The priority deadline is October 2, 2024. If interested, apply <a href="https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/122593"><strong>here</strong>.</a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="silc-accordion__section"> <button id="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-cce76e8f-0890-4db5-a59e-2bed10657b00-label" class="silc-accordion__label" aria-controls="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-cce76e8f-0890-4db5-a59e-2bed10657b00-content"> Assistant Program Director of Public Affairs </button> <div class="silc-accordion__content" id="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-cce76e8f-0890-4db5-a59e-2bed10657b00-content" aria-labelled-by="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-cce76e8f-0890-4db5-a59e-2bed10657b00-label"> <div class="silc-accordion__content-compartment"> <p><span>Under the supervision of the Director of Communications and Public Affairs, the Assistant Program Director will take on the following tasks and responsibilities. Develop and maintain partnerships with external organizations and stakeholder groups to elevate CGS’s visibility and advance its goals. Plans, directs, and coordinates strategic engagements with CGS external partners and stakeholders. Manage and at times represent CGS at multilateral meetings and conferences, advancing CGS’s research and policy recommendations. Help to build and expand CGS visibility and impact at the local, national, and global levels. Help define engagement scope, objectives, risks, and approach. Manage complex strategic engagements on behalf of CGS and its leadership and researchers. Prepare event and meeting agendas, assemble materials for distribution, develop briefing notes, and draft talking points. Manage multiple projects and events simultaneously.</span></p><p><strong>Minimum Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Master’s degree in public policy or climate/environmental studies</li><li>Seven or more years of professional experience in public affairs, external relations, or stakeholder relations, specifically in the climate or environmental policy field</li></ul><p><strong>Preferences: </strong></p><ul><li>Responsible for developing and implementing strategies that enhance the center’s reputation and that of its scholars.</li><li>Promote positive relationships with the public, government officials, and key stakeholder organizations.</li><li>Ability to work with and build coalitions with similar academic and climate policy/advocacy organizations.</li><li>Monitor and assess policy developments and legislation that might impact the center’s research agenda and coalition efforts.</li><li>Serve as a champion the center’s research, mission, values, and goals.</li><li>Knowledge of Washington climate and environmental policy-making a plus.</li><li>Strong project management skills</li><li>Collegiality, positive attitude, and sense of humor is a must.</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to expanding multicultural knowledge, awareness, and skills as evidenced through displaying self-awareness, understanding, and valuing others.</li></ul><p>The salary range for this position is <span>$96,000-$120,000. </span>Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The priority deadline is October 14, 2024. If interested, apply <a href="https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/123291"><strong>here</strong>.</a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="silc-accordion__section"> <button id="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-3b0d5a10-889e-46fa-8079-9b41186e8d70-label" class="silc-accordion__label" aria-controls="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-3b0d5a10-889e-46fa-8079-9b41186e8d70-content"> Assistant Director of Finance </button> <div class="silc-accordion__content" id="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-3b0d5a10-889e-46fa-8079-9b41186e8d70-content" aria-labelled-by="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-3b0d5a10-889e-46fa-8079-9b41186e8d70-label"> <div class="silc-accordion__content-compartment"> <p><strong>Position Summary/Purpose of Position:</strong></p><p>The Assistant Director for Finance (<span>ADF</span>) at the Center for Global Sustainability (<span>CGS</span>), in the University of Maryland (<span>UMD</span>) School of Public Policy (<span>SPP</span>), will be responsible for overseeing <span>CGS</span> finance functions. The <span>ADF</span> will manage the implementation of all sponsored research administration, financial and accounting functions of the <span>CGS</span> portfolio. The <span>ADF</span> will manage pre-award and post-award activities and compliance of all <span>CGS</span> grants, prepare and submit required sponsor financial reports, and will be the finance <span>POC</span> for sponsor grants team and subaward collaborators. The <span>ADF</span> will also handle the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (<span>PNNL</span>) joint appointments and work closely with the <span>PNNL</span> business office to monitor <span>PNNL</span> agreements and appointments. The <span>ADF</span> will oversee all accounts, generate regular project financial reports, and work closely with the research director and research leads to ensure research progress is inline with project budgets. The <span>ADF</span> will also direct all financial processes for <span>CGS</span>, including all procurement tasks (purchase orders (POs) and payments) and travel activities. In addition, the <span>ADF</span> will monitor the financial strength of <span>CGS</span> and produce executive summaries to support the <span>CGS</span> leadership team’s decision making and to be used for internal and external presentations. The <span>ADF</span> will report to the <span>CGS</span> director.</p><p><strong>Minimum Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Education: </strong><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or related field.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Experience:</strong><ul><li>Minimum 7 years experience in finance/accounting and/or sponsored research administration.</li><li>Two (2) or more years of direct supervisory experience.</li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:</strong><br>Sponsored Research Administration, Compliance, Accounting and Finance.</p><p>The salary range for this position is $104,000-$120,000. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The best consideration date is November 4, 2024. If interested, apply <a href="https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/123952"><strong>here</strong>.</a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="silc-accordion__section"> <button id="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-b947f927-1d70-4111-abf3-1a44867e1058-label" class="silc-accordion__label" aria-controls="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-b947f927-1d70-4111-abf3-1a44867e1058-content"> Human Capital and Operations Program Manager </button> <div class="silc-accordion__content" id="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-b947f927-1d70-4111-abf3-1a44867e1058-content" aria-labelled-by="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-b947f927-1d70-4111-abf3-1a44867e1058-label"> <div class="silc-accordion__content-compartment"> <p><strong>Position Summary/Purpose of Position:</strong></p><p>The Human Capital and Operations Manager (<span>HCOM</span>) at the Center for Global Sustainability in the University of Maryland (<span>UMD</span>) School of Public Policy (<span>SPP</span>), will be responsible for <span>CGS</span> all aspects of payroll and daily administrative activities. The <span>HCOM</span> will manage the entire human capital management cycle for both academic and staff appointments from manage position, job requisitions, hire and onboarding, I-9, compensation, termination, and change job. <span>CGS</span> employees are comprised of almost 50% foreign nationals requiring visa applications and extensions. The <span>HCOM</span> will also oversee all facilities and space for <span>CGS</span> as well as IT equipment and general daily operations for <span>CGS</span>.</p><p><strong>Minimum Qualifications:</strong></p><p><strong>Education:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience</strong>:</p><ul><li>Five (5) years of professional human resources or operations experience.</li></ul><p>The salary range for this position is $68,240-$85,300. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The best consideration date is November 4, 2024. If interested, apply <a href="https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/123809"><strong>here</strong>.</a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="silc-accordion__section"> <button id="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-72845050-736b-496b-b08d-32dc3119a8fb-label" class="silc-accordion__label" aria-controls="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-72845050-736b-496b-b08d-32dc3119a8fb-content"> Business Services Specialist </button> <div class="silc-accordion__content" id="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-72845050-736b-496b-b08d-32dc3119a8fb-content" aria-labelled-by="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-72845050-736b-496b-b08d-32dc3119a8fb-label"> <div class="silc-accordion__content-compartment"> <p><strong>Position Summary/Purpose of Position:</strong></p><p>The Business Services Specialist<strong> </strong>works with the Human Capital and Operations Manager at the Center for Global Sustainability to process all aspects of payroll and daily and administrative activities. The position will be responsible for payroll and human resources functions Including visa processes for International hires. Other duties include office supplies and equipment purchases, file management, and other miscellaneous administrative duties as required.</p><p><em><strong>Minimum Qualifications:</strong></em></p><p><strong>Education:</strong><br>High School Diploma or <span>GED</span>.</p><p><strong>Experience:</strong><br>Six years progressively responsible experience in a combination of budgeting, accounting, payroll, purchasing, and personnel work.<br><br><strong>Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Working knowledge of and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (<span>GAAP</span>). Working knowledge of management principles and practices. </li><li>Skill in applying basic analytical skills to review expenditures and revenues, prepare forecasts, and reconcile accounts. </li><li>Skill in performing basic mathematical computations. </li><li>Skill in planning work and supervising others. </li><li>Skill in organizing and executing multiple assignments under specific time constraints. </li><li>Ability to understand and interpret University policies and procedures in the areas of finance, human resources, payroll, purchasing, and sponsored programs. </li><li>Ability to prepare and present budgetary, accounting, and other reports and schedules. </li><li>Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. </li><li>Ability to operate office equipment, computers, and related software. </li><li>Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and tact.</li></ul><p><em><strong>Preferences:</strong></em></p><ul><li>Superior customer service skills – proven experience and background in working with people at all levels within the organization (students, staff, faculty) and with external customers</li><li>Excellent communication skills – proven writing skills and ability to communicate clearly by video and other electronic media in a clear and professional manner.</li><li>Experience and proficiency with Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and cloud-based collaborative file-sharing products.</li><li>Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and work effectively within a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment.</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to expanding multicultural knowledge, awareness, and skills</li><li>as evidenced; by understanding and valuing others; and interacting effectively with a diversity of people; fostering equity and inclusion.</li><li>Knowledge of J-1, F-1, and H1b visa requirements and application processes. Experience at a higher education institution.</li></ul><p>The salary range for this position is $49,582-$59,498. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The position will close on October 21, 2024. If interested, apply <a href="https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/123914"><strong>here</strong>.</a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="silc-accordion__section"> <button id="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-0fac4751-00bc-41eb-9155-cfe1aad5ff74-label" class="silc-accordion__label" aria-controls="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-0fac4751-00bc-41eb-9155-cfe1aad5ff74-content"> Program Coordinator </button> <div class="silc-accordion__content" id="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-0fac4751-00bc-41eb-9155-cfe1aad5ff74-content" aria-labelled-by="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-0fac4751-00bc-41eb-9155-cfe1aad5ff74-label"> <div class="silc-accordion__content-compartment"> <p><strong>Organization Overview</strong><br>Through innovative research and policy engagement, the Center for Global Sustainability at the University of Maryland (<span>CGS</span>, cgs.umd.edu) seeks to change the way that governments, diverse organizations, communities, and people envision and implement possibilities for ambitious climate and sustainability action. <span>CGS</span> is a leading university-based research center based inside the Washington, DC beltway that engages to inform national, international, state, and non-governmental policy and decision processes.<br><br><strong>Position Description</strong><br>The <span>CGS</span> is hiring up to two Program Coordinators to provide project management across a portfolio of projects within <span>CGS</span> country programs, particularly the U.S. program and the international portfolio. The responsibilities of this position also include supporting the <span>CGS</span> research office and country program leads on collaboration coordination and stakeholder engagement as well as helping to coordinate <span>CGS</span> research activities with communication and general operations. Additionally, a smaller share (about 25%) of these roles will contribute to research analysis and the development of research products as appropriate.<br><br><strong>Project(s) Description</strong><br>Over the past years, <span>CGS</span> has led an integrated program to shape U.S. and global understanding of how to think about, build the support for, and deliver ambitious all-of-society climate strategies in the U.S. and other major economies globally. As global ambition and the need for climate action continue to increase, we will support comprehensive approaches that can lead to more ambitious, credible, analytically robust, and durable outcomes both in the U.S. and worldwide.<br><br><strong>Experience and Qualifications</strong><br>This position requires an innovative and energetic leader with a commitment and passion for supporting and building on CGS’s values, goals, and strategy. The candidate should be self-motivated, team-oriented, committed to mentoring and education, and interested in supporting and deploying field-leading research to inform policy-making on climate and sustainability issues. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated record of success.</p><p><strong>Minimum Qualifications:</strong></p><p><strong>Education and Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university, with a minimum of 4 years of experience in relevant areas, including policy analysis, research program management.</li><li>OR a masters degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum of 2 years of experience in relevant areas.</li></ul><p><strong>Preferences:</strong></p><ul><li>Understanding of the academic research environment.</li><li>Strong project management skills and experience.</li><li>Preferred degree discipline: climate change, energy, environment, public policy, business administration, etc.</li><li>Experience with climate policy in the United States (either at the federal level, state and/or local government level) or internationally (including Asia, Latin America, and Africa), along with knowledge of key stakeholder groups.</li><li>Experience in linking research insights to external impact.</li><li>Experience working with both universities and policy environments outside of academia.</li><li>Excellent written and oral communication skills.</li><li>The ability and desire to work in a fast-paced, team environment.</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to expanding multicultural knowledge, awareness, and skills as evidenced through displaying self-awareness, understanding, and valuing others.</li></ul><p>The salary range for this position is $60,000 – $75,000. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. If interested, apply <a href="https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/123450"><strong>here</strong>.</a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="silc-accordion__section"> <button id="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-ed511abb-2392-42e8-832e-ffb4efb530c8-label" class="silc-accordion__label" aria-controls="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-ed511abb-2392-42e8-832e-ffb4efb530c8-content"> Faculty Assistant </button> <div class="silc-accordion__content" id="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-ed511abb-2392-42e8-832e-ffb4efb530c8-content" aria-labelled-by="accordion-04837419-07f4-4cb0-86c4-bb5aaaadf499-section-ed511abb-2392-42e8-832e-ffb4efb530c8-label"> <div class="silc-accordion__content-compartment"> <p>The Research Assistant will work with <span>CGS</span> and our collaborators to develop and apply robust and innovative research approaches to better understand pathways to reach challenging and ambitious climate and sustainability goals at international, national, and/or sub-national levels. Such research approaches may include integrated quantitative analysis and modeling, empirical methods, qualitative and mixed methods, or other approaches to understanding energy systems, land use, non-CO2 climate forcers, and other topics at the center of climate policy and sustainability debates.<br><br>Primary duties and tasks of this position may include:</p><ul><li>Conduct background research and analysis of climate, energy, environment, and sustainable development policies.</li><li>Conduct background research on energy technology trends.</li><li>Collect and synthesize data for use in quantitative, integrated modeling.</li><li>Process, analyze, and visualize data.</li><li>Modify and run an integrated assessment model (<span>GCAM</span>) to produce different policy and technology scenarios.</li><li>Process and downscale model outputs to needed resolution.</li><li>Contribute to developing reports and research papers.</li><li>Support policy engagements with key local, national, and international stakeholders.</li><li>Use a variety of qualitative and quantitative methods to address key research questions.</li></ul><p><strong>Education:</strong></p><ul><li>A bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline from an accredited college or university.</li></ul><p><strong>Preferences:</strong></p><ul><li>Excellent English language proficiency.</li><li>Degree in Public Policy, Engineering, Economics, or related field, with knowledge in climate, energy and sustainability issues.</li><li>Background in quantitative analysis, data collection and management.</li><li>Excellent writing skills.</li><li>Coding skills in R and/or Python.</li><li>Dedication and strong ability to learn quickly.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.</li></ul><p>Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. If interested, apply <a href="https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/113580"><strong>here</strong>.</a></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <!-- Render without, so quickedit/etc works --> </div> </div> </div> </div> </main> <footer class="site-footer"> <div class="footer__main"> <div class="compartment"> <div class="footer__logos silc-mbottom--4-800"> <img src="/sites/default/themes/custom/umd_spp/idfive-component-library/build/img/logos/spp-white.svg" alt="University of Maryland School of Public Policy Footer Logo" class="footer__site-logo"> <div class="footer__accreditations silc-display--none-799"> <img src="/sites/default/themes/custom/umd_spp/idfive-component-library/build/img/logos/naspaa.svg" alt="NASPAA"> <img src="/sites/default/themes/custom/umd_spp/idfive-component-library/build/img/logos/apsia.svg" alt="APSIA"> <img src="/sites/default/themes/custom/umd_spp/idfive-component-library/build/img/logos/appam.svg" alt="APPAM"> </div> </div> <div class="footer__contact-info"> <address class="silc-mtop--2-800"> <p><strong>Center for Global Sustainability</strong><br /> Thurgood Marshall Hall<br /> 7805 Regents Drive<br /> College Park, MD 20742<br /> Phone: <a href="tel:+13014054754">301-405-4754</a></p> <p> </p> </address> <ul class="footer__social list--unstyled"> <li class="footer__social-item"> <a class="link--icon link--icon-yellow link--icon-facebook" href="https://www.facebook.com/CtrGlobSust/" target="_blank"> <span class="visible-for-screen-readers">Facebook</span> </a> </li> <li class="footer__social-item"> <a class="link--icon link--icon-yellow link--icon-twitter" href="https://twitter.com/CtrGlobSust" target="_blank"> <span class="visible-for-screen-readers">Twitter</span> </a> </li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> <div class="footer__bottom"> <div class="compartment"> <div class="footer__copyright"> © 2024 <span class="silc-display--none-799">Center for Global Sustainability</span> <span class="silc-display--none-800">UMD SPP CGS</span> </div> <div class="footer__nav--secondary"> <ul class="list--unstyled"> <li><a href="https://spp.umd.edu/directions-parking">Directions & Parking</a></li> <li><a href="https://spp.umd.edu/our-community/faculty-staff">Directory</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.umd.edu/web-accessibility">Web Accessibility</a></li> <li><a href="https://umd.edu/privacy-notice">Privacy Policy</a></li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> </footer> </div> <script type="application/json" data-drupal-selector="drupal-settings-json">{"path":{"baseUrl":"\/","pathPrefix":"","currentPath":"node\/9783","currentPathIsAdmin":false,"isFront":false,"currentLanguage":"en"},"pluralDelimiter":"\u0003","suppressDeprecationErrors":true,"google_analytics":{"account":"G-5WWH0R4N5C","trackOutbound":true,"trackMailto":true,"trackTel":true,"trackDownload":true,"trackDownloadExtensions":"7z|aac|arc|arj|asf|asx|avi|bin|csv|doc(x|m)?|dot(x|m)?|exe|flv|gif|gz|gzip|hqx|jar|jpe?g|js|mp(2|3|4|e?g)|mov(ie)?|msi|msp|pdf|phps|png|ppt(x|m)?|pot(x|m)?|pps(x|m)?|ppam|sld(x|m)?|thmx|qtm?|ra(m|r)?|sea|sit|tar|tgz|torrent|txt|wav|wma|wmv|wpd|xls(x|m|b)?|xlt(x|m)|xlam|xml|z|zip","trackDomainMode":1},"user":{"uid":0,"permissionsHash":"6df45db0fa860f4e032ac7815051b26feb4ec0094d674d1d2fc7edd678c11e73"}}</script> <script src="/core/assets/vendor/jquery/jquery.min.js?v=3.7.1"></script> <script src="/core/misc/drupalSettingsLoader.js?v=10.3.9"></script> <script src="/core/misc/drupal.js?v=10.3.9"></script> <script src="/core/misc/drupal.init.js?v=10.3.9"></script> <script src="/modules/contrib/google_analytics/js/google_analytics.js?v=10.3.9"></script> <script src="/themes/contrib/idfive/js/index.js?v=10.3.9"></script> <script src="/sites/default/themes/custom/umd_spp/idfive-component-library/build/js/index.js?v=10.3.9"></script> <script src="https://js.adsrvr.org/up_loader.1.1.0.js" type="text/javascript"></script> <script type="text/javascript"> ttd_dom_ready( function() { if (typeof TTDUniversalPixelApi === 'function') { var universalPixelApi = new TTDUniversalPixelApi(); universalPixelApi.init("gag0g0k", ["xtrysrt"], "https://insight.adsrvr.org/track/up"); } }); </script> <script> !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s) {if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod? n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)}; if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0'; n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0; t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window,document,'script', 'https://connect.facebook.net/en_US/fbevents.js'); fbq('init', '590444765256022'); fbq('track', 'PageView'); </script> <noscript> <img height="1" width="1" src="https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=590444765256022&ev=PageView&noscript=1"/> </noscript> <noscript> <iframe src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/ns.html?id=GTM-MNBSK27" height="0" width="0" style="display:none;visibility:hidden"></iframe> </noscript> </body> </html>