Research Scientist

Woodwell Climate Research Center•Falmouth, MA

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Woodwell Climate Research Center (Woodwell Climate) conducts science for solutions at the nexus of climate, people, and nature. We partner with leaders and communities for just meaningful impact to address the climate crisis. Woodwell Climate is a rapidly growing, top-ranked, independent non-profit climate research institute whose mission is to advance science-based climate policies through scientific research and outreach. Our world-leading research and impact helps individuals, organizations, corporations, communities, and nations understand the realities of climate change, recognize the impact on our planet, and embrace the urgent action needed to safeguard the future of life on Earth. SUMMARY Join Woodwell Climate’s Research team as a Research Scientist to lead research and outreach efforts on wildfire management in the Northwest Territories, Canada. In this role, you will work with a team of researchers and policy experts at Woodwell, including the Permafrost Pathways project, and partnering institutions to assess the benefits and cost-effectiveness of using fire management to protect carbon and permafrost while also centering community values and other impacts. The Research Scientist will join a large multi-institution team and help build a focal program of research and outreach in the Northwest Territories.

Requirements

Knowledge of wildfires, arctic-boreal ecosystems, carbon cycling, and fire management
Knowledge of climate, environmental, and social issues in the Northwest Territories (Canada a plus)
Ability to work across disciplines and engage with right shareholders and stakeholders outside the academic community
Ability to work independently as well as a member of a highly collaborative team
Demonstrated record of publication in scientific journals
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Experience with data manipulation and analysis
Demonstrated ability to develop and apply research techniques to complex problems
Ability to travel up to 10% annually

Responsibilities

Work with project staff and partners, analyze the efficacy and cost-effectiveness of fire management interventions to protect carbon in the Northwest Territories, Canada
C-lead outreach and engagement with stakeholders and rightsholders in the Northwest Territories and related jurisdictions
Identify opportunities for further collaboration, including on-the-ground pilot projects involving fire management for carbon protection
Collaborate with the project research team on analyses and modeling related to fire management interventions and carbon dynamics in the Northwest Territories
Integrate research into broader project communication, policy, and partnership activities
Schedule own work and lead implementation
Lead manuscript preparation and publication
Present results at relevant meetings, convenings, and conferences