Full-Time Researcher (Spanish/Portuguese) – Remote
Job Description
Position
Global Energy Monitor is seeking an experienced Researcher who will work as part of the Heavy Industry Program, working on specific trackers within heavy industry, with a particular focus on cement/concrete plants and iron ore mines in Spanish and Portuguese speaking countries. The researcher may also support other GEM projects as needed. GEM’s Heavy Industry work currently focuses on iron and steel, but will expand to include cement/concrete and iron ore mines in the coming year, and may expand to other sectors in the future.
Global Energy Monitor’s Heavy Industry Program currently houses several global trackers dedicated to providing information about the global iron and steel industry, which is responsible for 11% of global carbon dioxide emissions. The Global Steel Plant Tracker (GSPT) tracks all metal production facilities with at least 500 thousand tonnes per annum crude iron/steel capacity. This tracker includes information on location, ownership, production technology, operating status, and more. The Global Blast Furnace Tracker (GBFT) tracks details about age, size, and manufacturer/model for blast furnace units at plants in the GSPT. The Global Electric Arc Furnace Feedstock Project will track details about electric arc furnace feedstocks for electric arc furnace units at plants in the GSPT. GEM’s Heavy Industry Program is also expanding to build two new trackers, one on cement and concrete production, and one on iron ore mines. These trackers provide important information for understanding the opportunities and challenges of transitioning heavy industry to cleaner production.
The Challenge
According to the Intergovernmental Panel of Climate Change (IPCC), we have less than a decade to make massive and unprecedented changes in the global economy to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. To meet that challenge, Global Energy Monitor is creating trackers and other tools to provide detailed information on energy facilities, sponsors, and financing.
About Global Energy Monitor
Global Energy Monitor (GEM) is a network of researchers developing information for the worldwide climate and clean energy movement. Since the organization’s founding in 2007, GEM’s research has become an essential tool for activists, journalists, policymakers, and scientists. GEM’s data and reports are used and cited by organizations ranging from Greenpeace to The Wall Street Journal. GEM’s information is used by Bloomberg Terminals, the International Energy Agency, the IPCC, Climate Analytics, Carbon Tracker Initiative, and hundreds of others.
Location
GEM does not have a central office; instead, GEM works with employees to create suitable home offices catered to the needs of their role. Remote staff do not have to be based in the United States; however, preference will be given to those living in the United States. GEM can hire employees worldwide in countries where our PEO (Deel) operates, except in countries classified as Level 3 or 4 on the U.S. Department of State’s website.
Position Summary and Duties
- Using various global data sources to collect, gather, and vet information to ensure that GEM’s heavy industry trackers will provide the most accurate and timely information on global heavy industry sectors, especially cement and concrete, iron and steel, and iron ore mines. (Sources include government data, company reports, news articles, as well as information from partner organizations, etc.)
- Creating, formatting, and updating wiki pages for heavy industry projects on the GEM.wiki platform.
- Supporting report development and analyses based on GEM’s data.
- Assessing the environmental and social impacts of heavy industry projects.
- Updating dashboards and tools based on GEM’s data, as needed.
- Collaborating with other GEM staff members across different project areas.
- Miscellaneous support for other GEM projects as needed.
Education & Experience
Applicants who tailor their resume and cover letter to these requirements will be prioritized.
The following experience and skills are required for this position:
- Fluency in English.
- Fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese.
- At least 1 year of experience in energy/environmental/heavy industry decarbonization research.
- Basic knowledge of environmental and social impacts of energy and/or heavy industry, governmental and business institutional structures, and the global political context of energy/heavy industry.
- Demonstrated commitment to social and environmental justice.
- Strong research skills, including attention to detail, scrupulous adherence to documented fact, and resourcefulness in using online search tools.
- Commitment to social and environmental justice.
- Basic coding/web-content experience; demonstrated ability to master additional technical skills as needed for data development and analysis.
- Demonstrated experience in working with databases and/or large datasets.
- Professional-level writing skills.
The following experience and skills are desired for this position:
- Background in heavy industry decarbonization and/or familiarity with, knowledge of, and interest in cement and concrete, iron ore mines, iron and steel production, cement and concrete, and/or hydrogen.
- Familiarity with carbon accounting, emissions calculations, decarbonization roadmaps, net zero strategies, etc.
- Experience with relevant database(s).
- Knowledge of wiki formatting.
- Fluency in additional languages is a plus.
Pay and Benefits
This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week, work-from-home position. The pay rate is $37.58 per hour for locations in the United States.
Locations outside of the US: GEM aims to offer comparable salaries, benefits, and leave to employees living outside of the US in line with our fully transparent compensation framework. More information can be requested by contacting GEM’s HR team.
Benefits include (US-based employees):
- 100% paid health, vision, and dental insurance for employees & contribution towards dependent coverage
- Long-term disability and worker’s compensation insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement plan with a 5% employer match & access to a financial advisor specializing in socially responsible investing
- 4 weeks paid vacation, plus 18 holidays, 15 sick leave days, and other leave
- Remote work stipend
- Home office set up assistance and sponsorship
- Ergonomics consultation & equipment reimbursement
- Paid 12-week sabbatical leave after five years
- 14 weeks of paid parental leave
Application Requirements
Applications will be reviewed in the order they were received. Applicants must provide a resume and cover letter.
If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].
Hiring Practices
Equal Employment: Global Energy Monitor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment determinations at GEM are based exclusively on the needs of the organization, specific job requirements, and a candidate’s individual qualifications. These determinations are made without regard to race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, age, physical, mental, and/or sensory disability, sex, orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, medical history, or military service. GEM is committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
Diversity and Inclusion: Our goal is to listen, engage, and activate voices across our global organization to ensure all identity groups and perspectives are represented in our work. Our aspiration is to foster a diverse work environment and encourage women, LGBTQIA individuals, people of color, people with disabilities, older members of the community, ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and others from minority groups and diverse backgrounds to apply. We designed our hiring process to foster an inclusive and welcoming experience that allows candidates to feel respected, appreciated, and comfortable, thereby creating the conditions for both GEM and the candidate to determine if there is a good fit.
Accommodations: We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation where appropriate. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to apply or participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected]
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