• Join our organisation as we develop solutions and advocate for more clean transport in Australia
• Be on the frontline of driving real climate action this decade
• Develop high integrity research to inform policy to shape the national agenda
• Be part of one of Australia’s most impactful climate solutions research teams

About the role:

As a Researcher at the Climate Council you will have the opportunity to work alongside some of Australia's best researchers, communicators and policy thinkers on climate science and solutions.

As a Researcher you will be a core member of the Solutions Team, undertaking research and policy analysis for high impact publications, while supporting the Climate Council’s broader climate communication, campaigns and advocacy work.

This is a permanent full time role. Full time workload is 38 hours a week, with the ability to work outside of normal business hours as required on occasion. We are open to flexible work options, let us know how you like to work.

This role can be based in Melbourne, Sydney or Canberra.

For this role, we are looking for you have:

• 2+ years experience working as a researcher in the context of climate change, climate policy, public policy, transport sector decarbonisation or similar fields
• The ability to work within a fast paced organisation and manage dynamic and competing priorities.
• Experience producing high quality, accurate publications or written work on climate science or policy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex information to a lay audience
• An eagerness to continuously build in-depth subject matter expertise in climate solutions, particularly in the transport sector as one of the most important areas for addressing the climate challenge

We offer our employees:

• Flexibility in how you manage your work hours
• 5 Recharge days each year, pro rata based on your start date to ensure you take time to look after your wellbeing
• Generous parental leave entitlements
• A passionate and friendly team where your skills and perspectives are valued
• Competitive annual base salary and super
• Opportunities for professional development

About Climate Council:

Climate Council is Australia’s own independent, evidence-based organisation on climate science, impacts and solutions. Powered by our incredible community, we advocate for solutions that rapidly drive down climate pollution, and shape the national conversation about the consequences of inaction.

Our vision is that by 2025 Australia’s emissions are on a steep downward trajectory with projects and policies in place to see us cut climate pollution by 75% by 2030 and achieve net zero by 2035.

Our mission is to be a courageous catalyst propelling Australia towards bold, effective action to have climate pollution plummet during the 2020s and hit net zero by 2035.

Our values:

• We are brave and bold
• We are hopeful and solutions focused
• We act with integrity and communicate honestly

How to apply:

Please apply via our recruitment portal by submitting your CV and a one page cover letter outlining why you are interested in a role with the Climate Council.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to see the position description, please send an email to [email protected]
The Climate Council is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, personal appearance, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, genetic information, or political affiliation.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply for all advertised positions.

We aim to respond to all applicants regarding the outcome of their application.