Associate Researcher, Global Programs

International Council on Clean Transportation•Washington, DC

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) is seeking a motivated Associate Researcher to join its Global Program's Global Analysis and Policy Support (GAPS) team. This role focuses on informing the development of government regulations and policies to improve vehicle efficiency and benefit climate and health. The Associate Researcher will conduct high-quality research and analysis on policies targeting on-road transportation, particularly light-duty vehicles, and support efforts to monitor and publicize the global electric vehicle (EV) transition. The position reports to the Lead or a Senior Researcher in the GAPS team and involves collaboration with ICCT Regional teams on projects in areas like Latin America and Africa.

Requirements

An advanced degree (Masters or PhD or equivalent) in engineering, environmental science, public policy, economics, transportation or a related discipline, OR a bachelor’s degree plus at least two-years work experience in the above-mentioned field(s)
Familiarity with vehicle powertrains, including internal combustion engine, battery-electric, and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles; emission control technologies and type approval process
Demonstrated skills in data collection, research, literature review, analytical rigor, and drawing conclusions from analytical research
Proficiency in Excel
Strong English communication – both written and verbal – and presentation skills.
The ability to work independently with limited supervision, being highly organized, self-directed, quick-learning, creative, and strategic in problem-solving
Availability for occasional work travel

Nice To Haves

Experience analyzing vehicle regulations, such as CO2 standards, fuel consumption standards, emissions standards, and “EV Availability Standards”
Python or R skills
Basic familiarity with standard AI tools, such as Claude, Copilot, and ChatGPT
Reading and writing proficiency in a second language

Responsibilities

Inform the development of vehicle regulations and other policies by producing objective, high-quality technical and regulatory design analyses
Review and learn vehicle regulations across global markets and apply best practices in informing new policies
Analyze government policy proposals to project impacts on vehicle technology deployment, greenhouse gas emissions, and consumer costs/benefits
Collect, clean, analyze, and interpret large datasets, and translate findings into clear technical outputs and policy-relevant insights
Track vehicle regulations, electric vehicle adoption, charging infrastructure deployment, and adoption of related policies around the world
Write clear and concise technical reports, policy briefs, articles, and internal memos
Explain regulations and present findings in public and private forums
Collaborate effectively with the ICCT’s Global and Regional teams