[ES_JOBS_NET] Atmospheric Scientist, Project Canary, Denver, CO

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

https://apply.workable.com/project-canary/j/AED5E3552B/

Description

Project Canary is a SaaS-based data analytics company focused on environmental performance or the E in ESG for energy and additional business sectors. We are the leaders in assessing and scoring responsible operations and provide independent, measured emission profiles, including methane, via high fidelity continuous monitoring technology that helps companies take ESG action. Formed as a Public Benefit Corporation (B-Corp rating score 107), Project Canary's Denver-based team of technologists, engineers, and seasoned industry operators have earned recognition for their uncompromising standards and high-fidelity data.

Project Canary's mission is to fight climate change and put actionable insights starting with the energy sector. We ingest data from various sources, including our own proprietary environmental sensors/hardware, to calculate carbon emissions from different facilities in real-time via SaaS. The resulting independent data can inform the procurement of offsets in real-time using microtransactions, formulate a data-driven ESG strategy that investors now demand, improve operations by identifying problem areas in minutes, and bolster customer engagement through radical supply chain transparency.

Founded in 2019, Project Canary, PBC has quickly gained recognition as a major mover in the continuous monitoring space. Here are some highlights from last year:
*        Fundraise totaling $121M, Series A of $10M in 2021 and Series B of $111M in 2022
*        Certified as a B-Corporation with a score of 107.6
*        Recognized as Best for the World (top 5% of all B-Corps) in 2 out of 5 categories
*        Governance (transparency and ethics)
*        Workers (treatment of teammates and culture)
*        Additional recognition and awards for our culture (more to come soon!)

Project Canary's success is attributed to the motivation, skill, and teamwork of everyone. The team understands the importance of maintaining a culture where relationships are valued, feedback is crucial, and trust in each other and our products/services is paramount. If you enjoy a growth-stage environment, mission-driven work, we want to hear from you.

The Research Scientist will be part of the growing business unit focusing on technology development and new market expansions, reporting to the VP of Innovations. They are responsible for uncertainty analysis of methane measurement from a variety of data sources. They will work closely with COO and contribute to academic publications on product advancements. As a scaling PBC, we have excellent benefits, a people-first oriented culture and
policies, and an environment of fun that celebrates.

Responsibilities:
*        Analyze elements of complex atmospheric models to derive dynamic uncertainties
*        Establish a scalable framework to assess model efficacy in a variety of physical environments
*        Support research and publications of emissions and air quality monitoring
*        Establish partnerships and collaborations with organizations advancing emissions and air quality monitoring approaches and technologies
*        Collaborate on proposals to fund research and development efforts
*        Engage in conferences and research events
Requirements
*        PhD in mathematics, atmospheric science, or related fields
*        2+ years of experience in a technical research role with specialized expertise in boundary
layer meteorology, air quality monitoring, and forecast evaluation
*        Proficiency in Python
*        Excellent written and verbal communication with demonstrated ability to convey
technical concepts to a variety of audiences ranging in background knowledge
*        Curious and willing to investigate new research and their applicability in a rapidly
developing environmental analytics field
Benefits
*        Full coverage of health, dental, and vision insurance (low deductibles)
*        401K company match (no vesting period)
*        Stock options
*        Student loan assistance
*        Unlimited PTO (minimum rule of taking at least 3 weeks off in a year)
*        Company sponsored wellness days (Fall hike, ski/snowboard days and more)
*        12 weeks of fully paid parental leave (gender neutral) including adoptions
*        Flex Choice Stipend between free parking, free RTD, or wellness assistance
*        Dog friendly office
*        Salary range: $120,000 - 150,000 annual base
*        Flexible work environment - Must reside near Denver
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