[ES_JOBS_NET] Clean Energy Scientist / Senior Scientist (Oakland, CA/Remote) - PSE Healthy Energy nonprofit

[Jaclyn Casale]

*ORGANISATION*
PSE Healthy Energy is a non-profit energy science and policy research
institute dedicated to supplying evidence- based scientific information and
resources on the environmental, public health, social equity, and climate
dimensions of energy production and use. Our work focuses on oil and gas,
power plants, renewable energy, energy storage, and energy transitions.
Much of our positive, dedicated, and high-functioning team is based out of
our headquarters in Oakland, CA with staff also located across the United
States.

PSE’s mission is to bring scientific transparency and clarity to energy
policy discussions, helping to level the playing field between communities,
the media, policymakers, and the private sector by generating, translating,
and disseminating scientific information. No other interdisciplinary
collaboration of physicians, scientists, and engineers exists to focus
specifically on issues of health and sustainability at the intersection of
energy science and policy.

*POSITION*
PSE Healthy Energy is seeking a full-time Clean Energy Scientist/Senior
Scientist to work collaboratively with PSE’s staff of scientists,
engineers, and data analysts to effectively conduct research and translate,
communicate, and disseminate PSE’s scientific research and organization
mission to diverse audiences and stakeholders. The Clean Energy Scientist
will be responsible for research and data analysis across a range of
projects and focus areas, including, but not limited to energy equity and
access, climate resilience, greenhouse gas and air pollutant emissions, and
clean energy transitions across economic sectors. The role will require
being flexible, working with multiple team members and external
collaborators, and responding quickly to changing research needs. Specific
initial projects will likely address energy cost burdens, the integration
of non-energy (e.g. public health, social equity) benefits into power
sector decarbonization, and community-level pollution reduction strategies.

The role will require both leading specific project components and
supporting broader collaborative efforts. The ideal candidate will be
comfortable conducting research and analysis while also communicating data
and scientific information to stakeholders from non-technical backgrounds,
including collaborating with external partners to manage regulator
relationships. The candidate should be self-motivated, willing to adapt to
multiple roles, ready to bring new ideas to the table, and excited to work
in an environment where there is always more to learn and there is always a
new frame to put on a problem.

It is not expected that a single candidate will have expertise across all
these areas. We’re seeking candidates that are particularly strong in a few
areas and have some interest and capabilities in others.

*ROLES and RESPONSIBILITIES*

   - *Research:* Utilize strong investigatory, analytical, and writing
   skills to conduct data analysis, synthesize and aggregate relevant papers
   or research, write documents and reports, visualize data, and both support
   and lead specific PSE research initiatives.
   - *Communication: *Write clear scientific explanations through academic
   papers, technical reports, media, and blog posts; work with communities,
   non-profits, and other stakeholders to identify research and data needs;
   communicate scientific concepts directly to citizens, policymakers, NGOs
   and the media; and produce summaries of findings and rapid response
   analyses for the public and decision-makers.

REQUIRED SKILLS

In addition to an ability to meet the above responsibilities, the ideal
candidate will possess:

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   A master’s degree or doctoral degree or equivalent research experience
   with expertise in energy systems, optimization modeling, atmospheric
   science, environmental science, engineering, data science or related field;
   experience conducting energy systems analyses with a public health, policy,
   resilience, or equity-focused lens strongly desired
   -

   Experience working with and managing large datasets and conducting
   statistical analysis including energy systems modeling and statistical
   analysis
   -

   Experience with either Python, R, Tableau, GIS, air quality modeling,
   and/or other analytical and data visualization tools strongly desired
   -

   Experience with energy systems modeling, statistical analysis, and other
   technical skills
   -

   Excellent writing and communications skills
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   Ability to pivot from strong analytical and data-driven thinking to
   highly creative thinking
   -

   Capability managing multiple projects and prioritizing effectively
   -

   Ability to productively provide and receive feedback
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   Ability to work independently and collaboratively
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   Attention to detail and a desire to learn
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   A sense of humor

DESIRED SKILLS

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   Experience working at the science-policy interface
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   A proven track record of working across multiple sectors including, but
   not limited to public agencies, academic institutions, and community
   organizations
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   Experience with Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Docs, etc.)
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   Knowledge of Google Analytics
   -

   Familiarity with Slack


LOCATION

Oakland, CA. Remote locations will also be considered.



SALARY

Compensation ranges from $75,000-$100,000+ though the successful candidate
could be hired above or below this range depending on qualifications and
geographic location. Benefits are competitive and include health insurance,
401(k) retirement plan with employer match, 15 days of vacation, paid sick
leave and 11+ paid holidays.

TO APPLY
Please submit a resume or CV and provide a cover letter -OR- provide
responses to question prompts online here
<https://pse-healthy-energy.breezy.hr/p/bf91d7969cab> by May 9th, 2022.
Applications received by April 22nd, 2022 will be given priority review.
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