Chercheur(e) associé(e) en carburants ou Chercheur(e)

Job Description

The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) is an award-winning, independent, global, non-profit research organization that provides data-driven research to advance policies that reduce the health and environmental impacts of the transportation sector. The ICCT offers a mission-driven and culturally diverse workplace where intelligence, flexibility, transparency, and good humor are highly valued. Join our team of talented researchers and operations staff with offices in Beijing, Berlin, New Delhi, San Francisco, São Paulo, and Washington D.C.

The ICCT has an immediate opening for a highly motivated and committed Associate Researcher or Researcher in the Fuels program who will work on low-GHG energy alternatives for the marine and aviation sectors. This is a full-time position based in ICCT's New Delhi office and will report to the Fuels Program Lead, working regularly with the India Regional Lead.

The Associate Researcher or Researcher will conduct robust research and analyses and develop policy recommendations, communicating actionable findings to policymakers, industry, and other stakeholders. This person will focus on Indian policies and programs, such as the National Green Hydrogen Mission and the Aviation Turbine Fuel Order, but the person may also work on fuels policies in other countries in Asia and elsewhere. Representative work can be seen at the ICCT's Fuels program page.

You Will

• Analyze the cost, life-cycle GHG emissions, and availability of low-GHG renewable fuels, such as renewable hydrogen derivatives and biofuels.
• Write clear and concise technical reports, policy briefs, and articles including informative but easy-to-understand figures to summarize ICCT's research for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Present findings in public and private forums.
• Help organize outreach activities such as briefings, meetings, and workshops.
• Collaborate effectively with the ICCT's global Fuels team and colleagues in India, as well as with external partners, policymakers, and industry stakeholders.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

You Have

• Associate Researcher: A bachelor's or master's degree in environmental science, biology, chemistry, ecology, engineering, environmental policy or related discipline, in addition to at least two years of related experience, or alternatively a PhD degree.
• OR
• Researcher: A master's or PhD degree in engineering, environmental science, environmental policy, energy and resources, or another relevant subject, in addition to at least three years of related experience.
• Excellent and demonstrated quantitative, analytical, and research skills.
• The ability to work independently with limited supervision, being highly organized and strategic in problem-solving.
• Strong interpersonal and English communication skills, both written and verbal, plus reading and writing proficiency in a second language strongly preferred.
• Superior proficiency with MS Office including Excel required; programming experience with Python or R preferred; and
• Experience with life-cycle assessment and/or techno-economic analyses preferred.

To be successful in our environment, you must be intellectually curious, self-directed, and able to work effectively with people from across the globe. You must be able to connect research to policy and translate technical information to stakeholders. This position will be based in New Delhi. Some travel within India and international travel may be required.

Our Benefits

This full-time position will be based in our New Delhi office. We also offer an excellent benefits package, including opportunities for professional development.

To Apply

Please include a resume, a cover letter, writing samples or relevant technical research publications primarily written by the applicant (in English), and two to three professional references. Preference will be given to candidates who submit a complete application and who directly address the position being offered. Please include your ideal start date. The position will remain open until filled. Specific combinations of academic degrees and highly relevant work experience will be considered when deciding whether the candidate is suitable for the Associate or Researcher level.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, colour, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace.