Climate Metrics Specialist
Core
Impact scientist ensuring quality and accuracy of conservation impact indicators and metrics for climate mitigation, adaptation, and resilience in service of TNC's 2030 goals.
Role type
Senior IC impact scientist (climate metrics & MEL)
Builds
Climate mitigation/adaptation metrics, MEL plans, monitoring protocols, and data tools for nature-based solutions and clean energy programs.
Domain
Climate change mitigation/adaptation, conservation, nature-based solutions, carbon accounting
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery
Required skills
carbon accounting, impact evaluation, statistical analysis, geospatial analysis, data manipulation, scientific report writing, training delivery, adaptive management design
Preferred skills
R/Python coding, reproducible analysis, peer-reviewed publications, grant/contract management, fieldwork in hazardous terrain, negotiation without authority
Technologies
R, Python, geospatial analysis tools, statistical software
Responsibilities
Develop and deploy climate mitigation/adaptation metrics and proxy measures; design adaptive management and MEL plans; conduct quantitative analyses for baselines and impact measurement; manage spatial/tabular data and develop new datasets; deliver tools and training to staff and partners; supervise staff or interns on a project basis.
Seniority
Mid-to-Senior, hands-on IC with potential for supervision