Science Fellow (Grant Funded)

Core responsibilities:

• Conduct research and analysis on just land transitions, clean energy transitions, and climate resilience in California's Central Valley, and on climate-resilient grid infrastructure planning and investments.
• Represent UCS as an expert in coalitions, conferences, regulatory proceedings, and media engagements, advocating for science-based policies and solutions.
• Communicate findings through scientific publications, blog posts, presentations, and policy recommendations to diverse audiences including scientists, policymakers, and the public.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and community stakeholders to advance UCS's clean energy, equity, and climate resilience goals.

This role creates positive change by advancing science-based solutions for climate resilience, clean energy transitions, and equitable land use, directly influencing policy decisions and infrastructure investments to build a healthier, safer, and more just future.

Required qualifications:

• Ph.D. in a climate science or energy systems-related field with broad knowledge of climate change impacts on energy systems and familiarity with renewable generation and transmission systems.
• Strong research skills in designing and carrying out transdisciplinary scientific research, with ability to identify policy-relevant questions and communicate clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Systems thinking ability to integrate perspectives across engineering, physical sciences, and social sciences, with strong communication, relationship-building, and teamwork skills.
• Experience working in or navigating federal, state, or local regulatory and decision spaces, with preference for experience with underserved communities and co-created projects that center community decision-making.

This is a full-time remote position based in close proximity to UCS's Berkeley office. For those who meet all position requirements, the salary is $109,232.02. UCS offers excellent benefits and a rewarding work environment. *CA Resident Only, we offer a 12% salary differential*

The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) is an independent nonprofit that puts rigorous, independent science into action, developing solutions and advocating for a healthy, safe, and just future by combating global warming, advancing racial equity, reducing nuclear threats, and fighting disinformation.