JOBS AT EARTH POLICY INSTITUTE

Staff reseacher / Research Associate
Internship

Brief Description

Earth Policy Institute is looking for a hard-working experienced researcher to help analyze a broad range of environmental issues from an interdisciplinary perspective. The focus for this position will be on climate change and energy, including renewable energy and efficiency, both tracking developments in the field and crafting a plan for the future. A successful candidate will have a background in the sciences, knowledge of and interest in global environmental issues, excellent research ability, and dedication to building an environmentally sustainable economy. Strong writing and analytical skills, computer proficiency, and an exemplary academic record are also important qualifications. Previous coursework in biology, ecology, chemistry, and economics is preferred. 

About Earth Policy Institute:
Earth Policy Institute (EPI) is an independent environmental research organization based in Washington, DC.  EPI strives to provide interdisciplinary analysis and information to policy makers and the public through its print and on-line publications.  Research areas include climate and energy, food and agriculture, biological diversity, fisheries and forestry, population, cities and transportation, and economic policy.  Additional information on the institute’s activities and publications is available at www.earthpolicy.org.

To apply:
The application consists of a cover letter, resume, contact information for three references, and a short writing sample (not exceeding 4 pages).  Copies of college transcripts will be requested from final candidates and may be submitted with the initial application.  Please send via e-mail (with "Staff Researcher" as the e-mail subject line; MS Word or PDF documents only, or paste in the body of e-mail) to:

jobs (at) earth-policy (dot) org
           
Or via post to:

Research Department
Earth Policy Institute
1350 Connecticut Avenue NW, Ste. 403
Washington, DC  20036

This is a full time position based in Washington, DC. Starting salary is commensurate with experience, excellent benefits.

We are looking to for candidates available to join the Institute in Spring/Summer 2009.  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.  Due to the volume of applications we receive, you will be contacted only if selected for an interview.  No phone calls please.  Earth Policy Institute is an equal opportunity employer. 

Additional Staff Researcher Details

Staff researcher responsibilities include:

• identifying and tracking environmental trends,
• following scientific literature,
• collecting, analyzing, and organizing data,
• reviewing and fact-checking manuscripts,
• writing articles and website content relating to the building of an environmentally sustainable economy (e.g. www.earthpolicy.org/Indicators/index.htm and www.earthpolicy.org/Updates/index.htm), and
• contributing to institutional outreach efforts.

The successful candidate will possess the following characteristics:

• background and interest in environmental issues,
• at minimum a college degree preferably in the sciences, graduate studies or work experience will be considered accordingly,
• computer proficiency (MS Office, especially MS Excel),
• strong research skills (computer and library),
• acute attention to detail,
• ability to analyze issues across a variety of disciplines,
• innovative thinking,
• solid writing ability,
• willingness to learn new concepts and skills,
• demonstrated talent in communicating complex issues in an easily understandable manner, and
• capacity to work independently with minimal supervision and also as a productive member of a small team.

Position: Intern

Thank you for your interest in internships at Earth Policy Institute. We will not be taking additional interns for Summer 2009. Please check back at this page for future postings.