Jobs at UCS
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Washington, DCAnalyst, Tropical Forest and Climate Initiative Engineer/Analyst, Clean Vehicles Cambridge, MA, Washington, DC or Berkeley, CAKendall Fellowship: Climate Change Attribution Berkeley, CAOutreach Coordinator, Tropical Forest and Climate Initiative Cambridge, MAWashington, DC or Cambridge, MA |
In applying for a position: Cover letters may be addressed to "Search Committee." Please include your salary range expectations. You will only be contacted if we desire an interview. Postings will be taken down once position is filled. Please, no phone calls. Applicants who are not U.S. citizens must be able to provide an employment authorization document from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The Union of Concerned Scientists is committed to broadening opportunities for individuals from demographic groups that are historically underrepresented in the sciences and in environmental advocacy. We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a rewarding work environment. California Climate Scientist Climate and Energy Program Berkeley, CA Office The California Climate Scientist will design and carry out research on the preparedness of vulnerable sectors and populations in California to cope with the current and projected impacts of climate change. Carry out related outreach activities to strategically raise awareness in California of the climate change consequences, including ecological and economic costs that can be avoided by sound climate policies. Help lead UCS’s efforts to provide the California and US public and policymakers with robust, timely, accessible and policy-relevant information on climate science. Provide research and expert technical and analytical advice to campaigns in California and other states as needed. Carry out related research, outreach, and media activities, primarily focused on climate work in California. Provide project management and staff supervision when needed. Responsibilities
Qualifications and experience Position requires an in-depth knowledge of climate science, impacts and preparedness and demonstrable ability to understand the public policy aspects of climate change and the role of technical analyses and advocacy in informing public opinion and policy debates. Knowledge of California-focused climate science and policy is highly desirable. Position also requires strong public speaking skills, a demonstrable ability to write for non-technical audiences, and the ability to work both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team. PhD in a relevant field required. Formal education can be from a range of areas of specialization relevant to the broad scope of climate change science, impacts and sustainable paths forward. These include, but are not limited to climate-relevant research in the atmosphere, ecosystems, land use, agriculture, hydrology, and oceans. Spanish language skills are highly desirable. Work requires five to seven years of progressively responsible and relevant work experience, such as collaborative work in academic research teams or government research programs or the application of climate science to public policy and experience in communicating science to a wide variety of audiences. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential. Extensive experience managing scientific and technical groups and supervising research staff is a distinct advantage. National and international experience and existing relationships in the climate science and climate policy communities is desirable. Compensation, Hours and Location: This is a full time position based in UCS’s Berkeley, CA office. The salary is in the high $80,000s for candidates who meet all position requirements. UCS offers excellent benefits and is an equal opportunity employer continually seeking to diversify its staff. To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, salary requirements, how you learned about the position and resume via email to jobs@ucsusa.org and include “CA Climate Scientist” in the subject line. Email materials in Word or PDF format only. No phone calls please. Deadline extended: February 10, 2013 or until filled.
Kendall Fellowship: Climate Change Attribution The Union of Concerned Scientists seeks outstanding candidates for the Kendall Science Fellows program. This up to two-year fellowship is open to post-doctoral to mid-career scientists. The fellow will co-design and carry out an innovative, policy-relevant body of research in regional and local-scale climate attribution. The fellow will work with collaborators in the scientific community and work with UCS staff to develop publicly relevant implications based on the findings. Major findings are to be published in one or more peer-reviewed publications, as well as formats appropriate for media, policymakers and one or more major scientific or technical meetings. Candidates must have a strong background in relevant areas of climate science and attribution, including global and regional climate modeling, as well as excellent written and oral communication skills. The Kendall Science Fellows Program was established to honor Nobel Prize winning physicist Henry Kendall who was with UCS from our beginnings and was the long-time chair of our board. Kendall was known for his unique ability to shake up the status quo and catalyze new thinking, and UCS looks to Kendall Fellows to do the same. Priority will be given to innovative and forward-looking proposals that are primarily scientific, technical, or analytic in nature but also show interest in the application of science to policy. Fellows will benefit from the opportunity to learn from the UCS approach to science and policy, and UCS will benefit from the new approaches and expertise of the Kendall Fellows. Responsibilities The Kendall Fellow will spend up to two years conducting original analysis and evaluating existing research in order to comprehensively assess a select set of climate change impacts that can be attributed to human activities. In fulfilling this role, the Fellow will:
Qualifications and experience The Kendall Fellow should have knowledge and experience with climate change models that investigate regional impacts. Ideally, he or she would also have familiarity with attribution of human activities to those impacts. He or she should have strong written and verbal skills. The Kendall Fellow should have interest in learning about effective communication of scientific information to general audiences, and either experience or interest in generating corporate or public policy to address climate and energy issues. A Ph.D. in a related scientific or engineering field is required. Compensation, Hours and Location: This is a full-time, up to two-year position based in either UCS’s Cambridge, MA, Washington, DC or Berkeley, CA office. Fellowship will begin fall 2013. UCS offers excellent benefits and is an equal opportunity employer continually seeking to diversify its staff. Information about UCS is available at http://www.ucsusa.org To Apply: Please submit a short application, including a statement of interest (up to 2 pages, including relevant background and experience, a brief description of a research idea in the selected area, and interest in working with UCS), curriculum vitae, and two references to jobs@ucsusa.org including “Kendall Fellowship” and “Climate Change Attribution” in the subject line. Email materials in Word or PDF format only. No phone calls please. Deadline: December 31, 2012 or until filled. The Kendall Science Fellows application process has closed. No further applications for this Fellowship will be accepted. Final decisions on the award of this competitive fellowship will be made by mid to late February, 2013.
Chief Development Officer Reporting to the President of UCS, the Chief Development Officer is a member of the organization’s Leadership Team, contributing counsel and advice on strategic, operational, and other organizational issues. The CDO will lead the planning, implementation, and management of a comprehensive fundraising strategy that emphasizes major gifts and includes planned giving, foundation relations, membership appeals, the possibility of new corporate gifts (that fit within the strict corporate gift screen that UCS has adopted), and other development initiatives. Organizational leadership is open and eager for new ideas and approaches to its development strategies and operations. Additionally, the CDO will plan and oversee the Development operation’s annual budget, report on progress toward meeting fundraising goals, and lead discussion of overall development strategy. Responsibilities The successful candidate will lead a compelling major gift and planned giving strategy through identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding a sustainable major giving pipeline. This is a priority for this position. In addition, the CDO will nurture a robust program of foundation relations and grant support. The CDO will need to employ creative on-line and direct mail strategies to increase membership, engage activists, and enhance giving each year. UCS already has a cohort of dedicated donors, but the organization’s leadership see great growth potential in expanding the major gift program and cultivating existing and new donors. The CDO will also have the opportunity to assess the potential for expanding existing programs and developing new initiatives that may help diversify and increase funding for the organization. For example, UCS has a modest planned giving program, and yet it also has a loyal base of members and donors who might be interested in exploring gift planning. UCS’s corporate gift policy may provide some new opportunity for growth in corporate donations. The CDO will be integral to creating and/or further developing and integrating such initiatives into the overall UCS fundraising plan. In close partnership with the President, the CDO has responsibility for the effective utilization and engagement of the organization’s National Advisory Board (NAB) and will serve as chief development counsel to the Board of Directors and the organization’s senior leaders. Leveraging the expertise and reputation of the organization and its Board of Directors, s/he will work with the Board Development Committee, the NAB, senior leadership, and UCS programs and staff to build on existing fundraising success and develop new and creative strategies that will increase philanthropic support and ensure a strong and solid future for the organization. The Board Development Committee, a new construct for UCS, will be seeking new members to advance the organization’s philanthropic agenda. In this context, the CDO will partner with the Development Committee Chair to identify and recruit new members, and to staff this important committee. Overseeing a department of 17, with four direct reports, the CDO must be a motivational leader, strong manager, and engaged mentor to the Development team as a whole and be committed to the professional development of his/her staff members. S/he will be a strong advocate for Development staff and serve as the Development operation’s voice in leadership discussions. The CDO will manage a strong, collaborative internal operation, maintaining a high-level of trust and collegiality. Finally, the CDO will need to develop a deep understanding of and appreciation for UCS programs, as well as strong cross-organizational relationships with UCS staff. This deep institutional knowledge is essential for understanding and effectively communicating the work of UCS to members, donors, supporters, and advocates across the country. Program Directors and senior staff play critical and significant roles in cultivating and maintaining relationships with foundations and donors; thus it is critical that the CDO develop strong and collaborative relationships with these UCS staff. Their participation in writing proposals, and in developing work plans, campaigns, and activities are central to the organization’s mission and fundraising success. Additionally the CDO will work closely with the Communications team on branding and organizational marketing. Qualifications and Experience The successful candidate will be a collegial and collaborative leader who is passionate about UCS’s mission and work, and embodies its values, especially a sense of integrity and purpose. The CDO should be committed to creating resources for the work of UCS and able to articulate the organization’s mission, goals, and work to inspire potential donors in a clear and compelling way. S/he will also be a strategic leader who is far-sighted about UCS’s potential and will inspire the entrepreneurial and creative initiatives needed to reach it. S/he will have a proven track record in major gift fundraising in a complex, non-profit organization, with outstanding leadership and management competencies. The ideal candidate will possess:
The Union of Concerned Scientists is an equal opportunity employer, continually seeking to diversify its staff. We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a rewarding work environment. To apply: Email resume and cover letter in confidence to: UCS@developmentguild.com William M. Weber Erica Friedman Outreach Coordinator (Temporary two-year) The Outreach Coordinator will work with a multi-disciplinary program team to advance the goals of the new Climate Impacts Strategy by coordinating and implementing a variety of climate impacts-related outreach and capacity-building activities aimed at changing the national conversation on this issue. Activities may take place at the federal, regional, state, and/or local levels. Priorities include: (a) actively participating in and sometimes leading priority impacts-related projects in both the climate and the energy campaigns; (b) engaging and deploying key stakeholders who might influence UCS priority targets, most especially along the east coast and the inter-mountain West; and (c) engaging UCS activists, experts, and coalition partners to achieve policy and public education goals. This is a time-limited, two-year position. Responsibilities Help achieve UCS's climate impacts agenda by developing and implementing strategies that engage and influence the issue public, opinion leaders, decision makers, and elected officials at the local, state, and national levels.
Raise awareness of climate science and impacts and leverage these educational efforts to achieve departmental campaign objectives.
Devise and implement strategies to expand, engage, and mobilize members of the UCS science network.
Maintain competency in issue areas and outreach expertise. Maintain and update working knowledge of climate science, energy and technological advances, and policy issues. Maintain awareness of role as representative of UCS; consider impact of activities on organization reputation and credentials in public and private sectors; direct energies whenever possible to promote UCS, advance organization objectives, substantiate credibility and enhance funding opportunities. Contribute to overall effective functioning of Climate and Energy Program and UCS. Participate in program and project meetings, cross-organizational meetings, and special organizational efforts. Contribute to foundation proposals and reports. Track effectiveness of outreach activities/projects. In coordination with other C&E staff, communicate program messages and materials to the public by ensuring that web pages are drafted and posted and that questions from the public and UCS members are responded to. Engage in other tasks as may be needed. Qualifications and experience Applicants should:
Three to five years of related experience in an outreach, organizing, or campaign position is required, preferably in a non-profit environment. Demonstrated capability to manage multiple projects for extended periods of time, and to be flexible in response to fast-changing campaign conditions. Experience with campaign planning and strategy development is required, as is a solid level of understanding of database maintenance, on-line organizing tools, and Microsoft Office. Background in climate, energy, or environmental sciences is required; knowledge of climate impacts is strongly preferred. Conference set up and on-site ‘advance work’ experience highly desirable. Up to six months needed to become familiar with the project and position responsibilities. At UCS, comparable training and/or experience can be substituted for degrees when appropriate. Compensation, Hours and Location: This is a time-limited, two-year position based in UCS’s Washington, DC (preferred) or Cambridge, MA office. For candidates who meet all position requirements, the annual salary is in the $50,000 range. UCS offers excellent benefits and is an equal opportunity employer continually seeking to diversify its staff. Information about the organization is available at http://www.ucsusa.org To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, including how you learned about the position, and resume via email to jobs@ucsusa.org and include “Outreach Coordinator” in the subject line. Email materials in Word or PDF format only. No phone calls please. Deadline: February 8, 2013 or until filled. Analyst, Tropical Forest and Climate Initiative The Analyst will work to develop and implement analytic and campaign activities to advance strong business and government policies to reduce tropical deforestation associated with palm oil expansion, as well as other drivers of forest loss. This is a time-limited, three-year position. Responsibilities
Qualifications and experience The position requires 2-4 years of relevant experience. Up to one year of on-the-job training may be necessary to become familiar with UCS organization, philosophy, programs, and constituencies. Experience in tropical countries, particularly in sectors relating to agriculture, forestry and land use, is highly desirable. At UCS, comparable training and/or experience can be substituted for degrees when appropriate. Compensation, Hours and Location: This is a full-time temporary, three-year position based in UCS’s DC office. For candidates who meet all position requirements, the salary is around $50,000. UCS offers excellent benefits and is an equal opportunity employer continually seeking to diversify its staff. Information about the organization is available at http://www.ucsusa.org To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, salary requirements, how you learned about the position and resume via email to jobs@ucsusa.org and include “Analyst, TFCI” in the subject line. Email materials in Word or PDF format only. No phone calls please. Deadline: March 29, 2013 or until filled.
Outreach Coordinator, Tropical Forest & Climate Initiative The Outreach Coordinator will work to advance the goals of the Tropical Forest & Climate Initiative (TFCI)’s palm oil campaign by coordinating and implementing a variety of outreach activities aimed at changing corporate and public policies related to tropical forests and palm oil. This will include engaging on federal and international governmental policies in addition to corporate sustainability policies. Priorities include: (a) actively participating in and leading projects within a multi-year outreach campaign to reduce tropical deforestation in corporate supply chains, specifically focused on palm oil; (b) engaging UCS activists, experts, and coalition partners to achieve policy and public education goals on palm oil and land use, and (c) assisting with research and advocacy. This is a time-limited, three-year position. Responsibilities
Qualifications and experience Applicants should possess a bachelor’s degree. Demonstrated ability to work independently, balance a multitude of tasks, be a self-starter, and collaborate as a member of a multidisciplinary team. Strong communication and public speaking skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with professionals who may be expert and/or prominent in their fields. At UCS, comparable training and/or experience can be substituted for degrees when appropriate. Compensation, Hours and Location: This is a full-time temporary, three-year position based in UCS’s Berkley office. For candidates who meet all position requirements, the salary is around $50,000. UCS offers excellent benefits and is an equal opportunity employer continually seeking to diversify its staff. Information about the organization is available at http://www.ucsusa.org To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, salary requirements, how you learned about the position and resume via email to jobs@ucsusa.org and include “Outreach Coordinator, TFCI” in the subject line. Email materials in Word or PDF format only. No phone calls please. Deadline: March 31, 2013 or until filled.
Engineer/Analyst The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS), the leading science-based organization at the center of today’s most exciting and important policy debates, seeks an individual to work with a top-notch, multi-disciplinary team in our Clean Vehicles Program to advance sound transportation policy to cut oil use and protect public health. UCS is seeking an engineer/analyst to conduct research and analysis focused on solutions that save oil and reduce emissions and related technology and policy issues. Candidates must have a background in vehicle and fuel technology and transportation or petroleum policy and excellent written and oral communication skills. Responsibilities The person in this position will
Qualifications and experience Applicants must have strong quantitative and research skills; strong writing and verbal skills; proficiency with spreadsheet and word processing software; ability to write well for scientific and general audiences; familiarity with economics and public policy; and a team orientation. Direct experience with stock and flow models, engineering economic models, and input-output models is preferred. At UCS, comparable training and/or experience can be substituted for degrees when appropriate. Compensation, Hours and Location: This is a full time position based in UCS’s Washington, DC office. For candidates who meet all position requirements, the salary is in the high $50,000s. UCS offers excellent benefits and is an equal opportunity employer continually seeking to diversify its staff. Information about UCS is available at http://www.ucsusa.org To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, a technical writing sample and a general audience writing sample if available, salary requirements, how you learned about the position and resume via email to jobs@ucsusa.org and include “Engineer/Analyst” in the subject line. Email materials in Word or PDF format only. No phone calls please. Deadline: March 27, 2012 or until filled.
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