Next review date: friday, oct 15, 2021 at 11:59pm (pacific time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: friday, oct 29, 2021 at 11:59pm (pacific time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
The center for law, energy & the environment is seeking to hire a research fellow on climate change solutions, with a primary focus on methane emission reduction.
The center for law, energy & the environment (clee) is based at the uc berkeley school of law, which benefits from one of the leading environmental law programs in the nationBuilding on uc berkeley’s history of and commitment to research and public service, clee leverages the intellectual resources of berkeley faculty and students in furtherance of applied research in a variety of environmental and energy law and policy areasClee’s research priorities include combating climate change, advancing sustainable energy, addressing water allocation and management challenges, and sustaining healthy oceans, among other pressing environmental and energy challenges.
The climate change and methane policy research fellow will focus primarily on multiple aspects of methane emissions reduction at the local, state, national, and international level, with the intent to move solutions to policy and scaleResearch and work with government and ngo partners will identify barriers to implementation of solutions, including political, technological, regulatory, and educationalThe fellow will work closely with clee climate program leads on methane emission reduction actions in multiple sectorsTasks may include development of frameworks and protocols for methane emission reduction for coal, oil and gas, landfill, and agriculture; methane emission inventories and data transparency (including satellite data); promotion of international agreements, including legal research, work with partners, and drafting; creation and maintenance of website with best practices and clearinghouse of methane information; developing strategies for increased visibility of methane action; drafting legislation; convening experts; promoting pilot projects; and industry outreachThe fellow may also work on other climate issues, time permitting.
Activities are anticipated to be roughly split between substantive research and drafting of outputs and operational, coordination, and administrative activitiesThe exact responsibilities will vary based on the evolution of various initiatives, the expertise and experience of the selected research fellow, and in response to the ongoing evolution of the fieldThis position is in berkeley, but can be, in part, located remotely.
Primary responsibilities:
Engaging in a variety of activities to support the ongoing project research and implementation
Conducting research on methane emission issues and solutions, including policy, science, law, and technology, under the direction of and in collaboration with clee team members, affiliates, and other experts in relevant fields
Developing projects and initiatives in collaboration with clee team members
Drafting outputs in a variety of possible formats, ranging from framing papers to blog posts to social media posts
Working with clee climate program leads in organizing and facilitating meetings, workshops, and other convenings with subject matter experts
Presenting findings, updates, interim reports, etcTo sponsors, media, and nongovernmental, governmental, academic, and/or stakeholder communities as needed
Assisting with other miscellaneous aspects of project activities as appropriate
Additional materials may be requested of applicants.
For more information on clee: https://www.law.berkeley.edu/research/clee/
Union contract: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/ra/
Health and retirement benefits: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Candidate must hold a bachelor`s degree, or equivalent international degree at the time of application.
Preferred qualifications
Candidate holds a j.dDegree or other advanced degree
Experience and knowledge at the intersection of law, policy, and/or climate change
Ability to work with people from a variety of disciplinary backgrounds and policy perspectives
2 years of professional experience
Experience with research, writing, and analysis
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to prioritize and function both independently and collaboratively
Demonstrated ability to finish projects and deliver on commitments
Willingness to plunge into unfamiliar disciplines
Willingness to take risks by exploring and testing new ideas
An interest in making the world better
Application requirements
Document requirements
Curriculum vitae - your most recently updated c.v.
Cover letter
Writing sample - such as a policy brief, comment letter, white paper, or equivalent of no more than 10 pages
Reference requirements
3 required (contact information only)
Apply link: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/jpf03166
Help contact: academicpositions-law@berkeley.edu
Campus information
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at uc berkeleyOur excellence can only be fully realized by faculty, students, and academic and non-academic staff who share our commitment to these valuesSuccessful candidates for our academic positions will demonstrate evidence of a commitment to advancing equity, inclusion, and belonging.
The university of california, berkeley is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employerAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran statusFor the complete university of california nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/nondiscrimaffirmact
In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per university of california policy and california state lawPlease refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the uc berkeley statement of confidentiality (http://apo.berkeley.edu/ucb-confidentiality-policy) prior to submitting their letter.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the university of california sars-cov-2 (covid-19) vaccination program policy https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/sars-cov-2_covid-19All covered individuals under the policy must provide proof of full vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for exception (based on medical exemption, disability, and/or religious objection) or deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadlineFor new university of california employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment(capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.)
Job location
Berkeley, ca
