Emissions Scientist

Overview

Emissions Scientist — GHGSat maps and tracks the world's greenhouse gas (GHG) emitters. GHGSat operates its own satellite and aircraft sensors to collect emissions data and uses this with third-party data to identify and classify potential GHG emission sites, detect, quantify and attribute GHG emissions to sources, and generate measurement-informed emissions inventories and other valuable insights for customers.

Responsibilities

• Develop statistical methods to use GHGSat emissions data to estimate emissions over different temporal and spatial scales
• Incorporate emissions estimates from other sources such as bottom-up inventories and models
• Validate, improve, and integrate methods developed by others
• Work collaboratively within the Science and Analytics teams and with other Subject Matter Experts across the organisation to design and prototype solutions for analytics problems
• Present results (to technical and non-technical audiences)
• Provide high attention to detail with ability to manage and resolve multiple priorities, project complexities and uncertainties
• Keep abreast of the relevant scientific literature
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and critical, bold thinking in all situations
• In-depth experience with some or all of the following:

1. Emissions estimation using remote sensing measurements
2. Energy system modeling
3. Atmospheric modeling
4. Data science (machine learning and statistical inference)
5. Geospatial data processing

• Proven experience as a research scientist developing rigorous methods to estimate physically meaningful insights from empirical data
• Advanced degree in Remote Sensing, Statistics, Energy Systems Modeling, Physics, Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or similar
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team
• Proven ability to deliver projects on time

Benefits

• Competitive salary + stock options for all full-time employees
• Health/Dental benefits
• Paid Time Off + floating statutory holidays
• Flexible work environment

GHGSat offers a creative and highly motivating work environment. We offer competitive salaries, health and social benefits including flex-time and continuing development. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. GHGSat is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or other legally protected status. If you would like to request an accommodation, please notify your recruiter.