Climate Change Jobs

Key Responsibilities The Research Lead position offers an opportunity to lead research with experts and knowledge holders on climate risks across British Columbia. Reporting to the Project Manager, the Climate Resilience Writing Lead will play a principal role in leading the research and report writing for PICS’ grant-based project for the BC Ministry of Emergency Response and Climate Readiness (EMCR). Research Lead activities will include, but will not be limited to, the following key responsibilities: • Leading the writing activities outlined in the contribution agreement between PICS and EMCR, the Climate Resilience Research Lead will work with the PICS Project Manager, PICS Associate Director of Research and Operations, Government of B.C. staff, and other subject area experts to produce project deliverables that include: o Leading expert interviews with stakeholders and knowledge holders. o Conducting research and analysis of recent scientific literature and international best practices as related to integrating climate change research into risk and resilience assessments. o Supporting the development of a research agenda for the EMCR project. o Develop written summaries of PICS workshops focused on issues such as fire, flood, sea level rise, extreme heat, and water supply. • Ensuring that the research process fosters long-term relationships with experts and knowledge-holders while aligning with principles outlined in the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act. • Contributing content expertise on climate change risk and resilience, research, and writing to the EMCR project. Qualifications and skills 1. Academic degree(s) from a recognized post-secondary institution, with relevant specialization in one or more of the following knowledge areas: communications, climate change, adaptation, public policy, environmental studies, or related disciplines. 2. Excellent writing skills in English for both technical and more public facing audiences. 3. Experience working at the interface between science and policy by applying strong analytic capabilities. Experience may include policy analysis, literature reviews, and analysis of climate data. 4. Knowledge of BC’s climate change risks and hazards and an appreciation for: community-based and co-developed research; Indigenous and local knowledges; and the policy landscape in BC. 5. Collaborative, results-oriented, and independent worker with a passion for communicating climate change solutions. 6. Ability to travel (1-3 days/trip) within BC, Canada, and internationally, as needed.