Transport Research Analyst
Transport Research Analyst
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Job Description
Note: This position use two-year fixed labor contract (project base)
Overview and Job Summary
WRI-China Sustainable Transition Center is seeking a Transport Research Analyst.
The major responsibility of the Research Analyst is to conduct research to support our work to accelerate the decarbonization of the transportation sector with a focus on the market for zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles to contribute to the sustainable transport transition in China and globally. The ideal candidate should be interested in research into policy recommendations and driving changes in the transportation sector. The successful candidate will join a team that will work in a multidisciplinary platform in WRI to (i) translate big ideas into actions; (ii) strengthen capacity for addressing transportation problems in China and beyond.
Job Responsibilities
Conduct independent quantitative research on policies and practices aimed at limiting the environmental impacts of the road transport sector with a focus on zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles including but not limited to review and summarize technical and scientific literature and international progress developing quantitative methods analyzing policies and drawing practical recommendations.
Write or co-write reports working papers and other technical documents to communicate research findings.
Prepare presentations and communicate research results in external and internal workshops.
Support project management conduct surveys and field visits with project partners organize project meetings take meeting notes and follow-up as necessary.
Help organize external events workshops conferences and prepare news releases.
Qualifications and Requirements
Masters or PhD degree in civil engineering environmental engineering/science/ policy transportation engineering/planning energy systems public policies or related fields with strong technical understanding and/or interest in the transport sector with new energy vehicles as a plus.
At least 3 years of highly relevant and full-time work experience in the transportation/environment field.
Excellent analytical and quantitative research skills proficient in data analysis preferably with publication experience.
Excellent in oral and written Chinese with strong interpersonal skills with good work ethics and able to deliver under tight deadlines.
Quicker learner with ability to work independently with limited supervision; be highly organized self-directed and strategic in problem solving.
Flexibility to travel nationally and internationally.
Fluency in written and spoken Mandarin and English is mandatory.
How to Apply:
Applicants must apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered.
Final candidate will be required to take a writing test.
Reporting:China Mobility Lead
Salary and Benefits: Salary is commensurate with experience and skills. WRI offers a generous comprehensive benefits package.
Duration: 2 years (project-base)
Location: Beijing ChinaPreferred
Application Deadline: Open till filled.
About Us:
World Resources Institute works to improve peoples lives protect and restore nature and stabilize the climate. As an independent research organization we leverage our data expertise and global reach to influence policy and catalyze change across systems like food land and water; energy; and cities. Our 2000 staff work on the ground in more than a dozen focus countries and with partners in over 50 nations.
Our mission and values:
WRIs mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earths environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations. Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity Innovation Urgency Independence and Respect.
Our culture:
WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission including equal opportunities in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race ethnicity religion sex national origin age caste marital status sexual orientation gender identity and expression disability or protected Veteran status.
Our team in Human Resources carefully reviews all applications.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
