Lifecycle Assessment Expert
Lifecycle Assessment Expert
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What you will do
As Lifecycle Assessment (LCA) Expert at the Kuehne Climate Center (KCC) you will lead analyses and development of a toolset for emissions accounting and quantifying environmental impacts of the operations of supply chains we work on in particular for Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) pathways. As an inhouse expert you take on a creative and flexible role that allows you to lead your own activities as well as engage with different projects and work areas of the KCC.
In addition to technical experience applying LCA methodologies and familiarity with GHG accounting protocols you bring a strong ability to think critically and constructively about existing LCA frameworks. You also bring unique ideas about how to expand the applicability of LCAs and leverage results to inform business decisions. You will work closely with the Program Leads and other KCC experts in particular the Mineral Supply Chain Expert to shape program activities and drive unique and impactful insights for research advisory training and implementation projects.
The KCC is a new subsidiary of the Khne Foundation and its mission is to accelerate climatecompatible development within and through logistics systems. We do this through applied research & thought leadership project & advisory work and training & capacity building with a focus on countries of the Global South.
KCC is a globally operating think & do tank headquartered in Hamburgs vibrant Hafencity. From here we support all our projects actively partnering with our regional teams and with institutions from around the world.
In a small team with strong growth ambitions 4x in 4 years) you have the opportunity to shape a new institution from early on.
In addition to technical experience applying LCA methodologies and familiarity with GHG accounting protocols you bring a strong ability to think critically and constructively about existing LCA frameworks. You also bring unique ideas about how to expand the applicability of LCAs and leverage results to inform business decisions. You will work closely with the Program Leads and other KCC experts in particular the Mineral Supply Chain Expert to shape program activities and drive unique and impactful insights for research advisory training and implementation projects.
The KCC is a new subsidiary of the Khne Foundation and its mission is to accelerate climatecompatible development within and through logistics systems. We do this through applied research & thought leadership project & advisory work and training & capacity building with a focus on countries of the Global South.
KCC is a globally operating think & do tank headquartered in Hamburgs vibrant Hafencity. From here we support all our projects actively partnering with our regional teams and with institutions from around the world.
In a small team with strong growth ambitions 4x in 4 years) you have the opportunity to shape a new institution from early on.
Youre good at
- Mapping supply chains and conducting lifecycle assessments
- Coordinating with internal colleagues (e.g. experts data managers) and external partners to source data and develop workflows
- Staying uptodate with emerging trends in sustainability and industry best practices
- Taking a practical lens to LCAs e.g. developing sustainable business models
- Training and advising others on LCA processes and operational considerations
- Writing and communicating complex ideas to reach diverse audiences
- Working with an international and interdisciplinary team
You bring
- Bachelors or Masters degree in environmental science engineering sustainability or a related field
- 5 years of experience with life cycle assessment carbon accounting or sustainability impact assessments
- Proficiency in LCA software tools
- Familiarity with LCA methodologies GHG accounting protocols or ISO standards
- Willingness to learn and take on new thematic topics
- Strategic and actionoriented mindset
- Track record of successful project activities
- Proactive and independent work style
- Ability to connect with remote team and leadership
- Fluency in English and at least one other language
- Experience coupling life cycle assessments with other models an advantage
- Familiarity with carbon dioxide removal pathways (in particular Enhanced Rock Weathering Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement or Biochar) an advantage
- Familiarity with datadriven process simulation models an advantage
- Demonstrated commitment or experience of working in or with low and middleincome countries a distinct advantage
You will work with
- The Executive Team of the KCC
- The regional and global teams of the KCC
- Individual project teams researching and implementing solutions
- KCC Knowledge Team
- KCC partners (academia NGOs government business partners)
What you can expect
- The opportunity to have impact on tackling the climate crisis
- A high degree of creative freedom for developing new areas of work
- High agility and speed of implementation
- A stimulating and diverse range of work as well as the provision of considerable resources for effective projects
- Personal and professional growth driven by your own initiative and engagement
Additional information
The KCC is a subsidiary of the Kuehne Foundation in Schindellegi Switzerland. Established in 1976 by the Khne family and is one of the largest foundations in the Germanspeaking world. As an operational foundation based in Schindellegi Switzerland it is involved in the areas of logistics medicine culture and since the beginning of 2023 climate action. The Foundation is independent operational and international.
Contact
If you are interested in applying please submit your application via email to or via the Apply Button by 27th April 2025. In case you have any questions about the role please reach out to Ingrid Schulte Find out more about our current projects and activities by accessing our LinkedIn page.
About us
The nonprofit Khne Foundation was established by the Khne family in Switzerland in 1976 and is one of the largest foundations in the Germanspeaking world. The foundation focuses on education and training as well as research and science in logistics and the transportation industry it maintains a medical campus with two large research programs in allergology and cardiology and it supports festivals opera houses and concert halls in Europe. In the area of climate the foundation develops and implements innovative ideas on how the transport and logistics sector can support more climatefriendly and sustainable development. You can find out more about our climate projects and activities on our LinkedIn profile.
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