NonDuke Student/Intern,non-CO₂ Greenhouse Gas Removal (GGR), Sanford School of Public Policy

Duke Careers • Durham, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Research Assistant at the Sanford School of Public Policy at Duke University. The position involves supporting rigorous, policy-relevant climate governance research, specifically focusing on how non-CO₂ greenhouse gas removal (GGR) is represented and discussed across IPCC assessments. The work includes transforming complex evidence into insights that inform research publications and broader policy conversations. It is a hands-on research role where organization, analytical thinking, and attention to detail will directly shape high-quality outputs, ranging from expert interview analysis to manuscript and policy brief development. The role offers meaningful exposure to interdisciplinary research at the intersection of climate policy, global governance, and evidence synthesis, ideal for students seeking practical experience with qualitative methods, expert interviews, and research-to-public impact.

Requirements

• Current undergraduate or graduate student (graduate training preferred).
• Strong qualitative research skills and data management practices.
• Experience with interview transcription and qualitative coding software (e.g., NVivo, Atlas.ti, or equivalent).
• Experience with bibliometric tools and/or approaches for mapping scholarly influence and citations.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with IPCC processes, climate governance, and/or international policy contexts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct qualitative coding of AR5 and AR6 text on non-CO₂ GGR.
• Support interview process, including scheduling, transcription, and preliminary analysis of 20–40 expert interviews.
• Assist in bibliometric analysis and citation network mapping of IPCC content.
• Contribute to preparation of two open-access manuscripts and associated policy briefs/blogs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs (for eligible team members).
• Generous retirement benefits (for eligible team members).
• Wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs (for eligible team members).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees