Research Assistant Jobs

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station. Data-Driven EnviroLab is seeking a temporary research assistant to contribute to our work on corporate decarbonization. This position is designed for a researcher with an interest in corporate climate action, decarbonization strategies, and the role of businesses in advancing the net-zero transition. We are especially interested in candidates who are excited to work with leading companies and use real-world collaboration to refine, stress-test, and strengthen research. The Corporate Decarbonization Research Assistant will investigate how corporations contribute to decarbonization both within their own operations and across the broader systems in which they operate, including examining how companies shape climate outcomes through governance, procurement, investment, innovation, engagement with policymakers, etc. As a researcher in the DDL, the Corporate Decarbonization Research Assistant will work closely with the lab PI, team members and external collaborators. We are seeking someone who can demonstrate professional collaboration, strong/proactive communication, and project management skills. This position is also well suited for a scholar who wants to combine academic rigor with practical engagement with real-world decisionmakers.