[ES_JOBS_NET] Air Quality Data Scientist: Methane, Climate and Public Health, Remote

Thu Apr 18 11:36:40 MDT 2024

ORGANIZATION

PSE Healthy Energy is a non-profit energy science and policy research
institute dedicated to a healthy, resilient, and equitable energy future.

Our team of public health professionals, scientists, and engineers
integrate technical expertise across multiple fields to inform
science-based energy policy. Our mission is to generate science-based
energy and climate solutions that protect public health and the environment.

POSITION

We are seeking one or more full-time Air Quality Data Scientists to join
our passionate team of scientists, engineers, and data analysts at PSE
Healthy Energy (PSE). We study cutting-edge solutions-oriented climate and
energy problems in the hope to protect public health and the environment.
Our research doesn’t end at publication—we embrace the scientist as a
spokesperson role and level with the public through press
releases/briefings and active engagement with diverse stakeholders and
policymakers. We host a suite of in-house, research-grade trace gas
analysis capabilities that have been deployed all over the world to better
understand the climate and health pollutant emissions from gas-fired
residential appliances, commercial kitchens, direct air capture facilities,
and more.

The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, willing to adapt to the
inevitable unforeseen challenges of primary scientific research, never
afraid to bring new ideas to the table, and excited to work in a
high-impact setting where there is always more to learn. The Data Scientist
will be responsible for analysis and data management across a range of
projects and will require collaborating with multiple team members, and
responding quickly to changing research needs and priorities. The position
requires the ability to work with scientific data to identify patterns and
trends, establish processes to ensure data quality, and provide custom
outputs for use in peer reviewed scientific publications. The ideal
candidate will also have a strong background in one or more of the
following areas: methane, air quality (indoor and/or outdoor), and
environmental monitoring/modeling with a keen interest in the policy
interface.

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

   - Data Management:
      - Manage large datasets including data extraction, organization,
      quality control / quality assurance (QA/QC) and compliance with data
      privacy policies.
      - Help develop and maintain data and code management systems that can
      be applied across projects
   - Data Analysis:
      - Collaborate with the fieldwork team to design studies and collect
      data used to assess environmental conditions including greenhouse gas
      emissions, methane sources, health-damaging co-pollutants, and associated
      health risks both within the United States and internationally.
      - Analyze data to answer questions in climate, methane, air quality,
      and health topics, focusing on their interconnections and
implications for
      environmental policies.
      - Utilize advanced scientific methods and technologies to analyze
      data, model scenarios, and evaluate the effectiveness of different policy
      interventions.
      - Awareness of personal data/information privacy protection, local
      and international data protection law/policy. Collect, handle, process,
      store data and information in a lawful, respectful manner.
   - Scientific communication:
      - Contribute to the communication of research findings through
      comprehensive reports, presentations and scientific publications that
      target both scientific and policy-oriented audiences as well as impacted
      communities.
      - Provide scientific expertise and support in the development and
      implementation of environmental policies, regulations, and standards
      related to climate, methane, air quality, and health.
   - Scientific collaboration :
      - Collaborate with national and international NGOs, governmental
      agencies, community partners, and other stakeholders to foster
      partnerships, exchange knowledge, and contribute to multi-scaled
efforts to
      address environmental challenges.
      - Provide scientific and statistical / analysis mentorship for team
      members.

REQUIRED SKILLS *and* EXPERIENCE

   - A doctoral degree OR a master's degree with 2+ years of demonstrated
   experience in Environmental Science, Atmospheric Science, Climate Science,
   Public Health, Environmental Health, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related
   field
   - Strong background with demonstrated experience compiling and working
   with, cleaning, managing and interpreting large datasets and conducting
   statistical analysis
   - Advanced proficiency in statistics and statistical theory
   - Advanced proficiency in one or more scientific programming languages
   (e.g., R, Python - PSE is programming language agnostic)
   - Flexibility and willingness to travel, up to 10% of the time, for
   fieldwork, conferences, and meetings
   - Experience in climate change research, methane/greenhouse gas
   emissions, air quality, or public health-related topics
   - Exceptional writing skills, including for scientific and
   non-scientific audiences
   - Ability to develop and maintain productive working relationships with
   a diverse set of internal and external collaborators in a fast-paced
   environment
   - Experience in working collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and
   engaging with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds
   - Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and excellent
   attention to detail
   - Legally authorized to work in the United States
   - A desire to learn
   - A sense of humor

DESIRED SKILLS

   - Understanding of the complex rules and regulations surrounding air
   quality and permitting
   - Experience using code and data management systems including GitHub
   - Experience using Slack, Asana, Canva, and/or Tableau
   - Fluency in other languages, particularly Spanish
   - Effective scientific communication with non-technical stakeholders and
   audiences
   - Previous mentorship experience

LOCATION AND WORK CONDITIONS

Remote in the US. Note, our headquarters and sampling equipment are located
in the San Francisco Bay Area. Positions may require extended work hours
during projects. Role involves computer use, sitting for long periods, good
hand-eye coordination, arm/hand/finger dexterity, and visual acuity for
keyboard use and equipment operation. Mobility is crucial.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

The Air Quality Data Scientist is a full-time, exempt position. The
anticipated salary range is $72,000-$95,000+, 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

Applicants are encouraged to submit a resume or CV and provide a cover
letter -OR- responses to the question prompts in the online application
<https://pse-healthy-energy.breezy.hr/p/4fdfda6714d6-air-quality-data-scientist?state=published>
by May 30, 2024. The position will be open until filled.

___________________________________________________________________

Jennie McFarlane, PHR

Human Resources Manager | PSE Healthy Energy

1440 Broadway, Suite 750, Oakland, CA 94612

jennie at psehealthyenergy.org | (510) 330-5558

<https://www.psehealthyenergy.org/>

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