Use your research skills and ability to summarise evidence to make a difference on climate change for generations to come.

• Melbourne or Sydney location
• Hybrid flexible work environment
• Full-time permanent role

About the role:

As a Senior Researcher at the Climate Council you will undertake research that demonstrates the momentum that is underway when it comes to the climate solutions we need and the benefits/opportunities this presents to Australians. You will contribute to and lead the development of high quality, evidence-based and accessible content that supports the Climate Council’s strategy and Working Group projects.

You are an excellent written and verbal communicator, who is able to collaborate with all types of people, including our expert Councillors and Fellows, represent the Climate Council at events or media where required, and provide research support for digital and media content.

This is a permanent full-time role, working 38 hours a week, Monday to Friday. We work in a flexible, hybrid environment.

As a Senior Researcher at the Climate Council you will have:

• 6+ years' experience working as a Researcher, ideally in the climate solutions space (e.g. energy, transport, decarbonisation of the economy).
• Proven experience in analysing and distilling complex information with a knack for unearthing compelling facts and insights for our target audiences.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ever changing environment with competing priorities
• Proven experience in producing high-quality, accurate, evidence-based publications or written work on Climate Solutions(e.g. energy, transport, decarbonisation of the economy).
• Proven experience providing expert advice for public-facing work; with aptitude for or experience in being a public spokesperson highly regarded
• Ability to write like a human for a wide range of audiences, including reports, fact sheets, web articles, checking social media content, submissions, briefings and presentations.
• Able to work autonomously, whilst also working across multiple projects and teams.

What we offer our employees:

• Flexible work arrangements to ensure positive work/life balance.
• Hybrid work environment
• Five recharge days each year (pro rata) so your wellbeing is proactively looked after
• The opportunity to work with passionate, friendly and knowledgeable teams and individuals where all opinions are valued.
• Competitive annual base Salary + Superannuation.
• A strong culture of celebrating the successes of employees, both personally and professionally.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Great Employee Recognition Reward Program.

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 reduce 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 emissions 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 emissions 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 the 'Apply Now' button and submit an up to date CV and cover letter outlining why you are interested in this role with the Climate Council.

If you have any questions please email [email protected] using the subject line: Senior Researcher - Melbourne / Sydney enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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.