Fuels Associate Researcher/Researcher (Berlin)

Berlin, Germany (Hybrid)

The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) is an award-winning, independent global non-profit research organization dedicated to supporting the effective design and implementation of policies that address the impacts of the global transportation sector on climate change and public health. At the ICCT, we provide high-quality, timely, data-driven research to public government officials as well as to civil society and the media. Our mission-driven and culturally diverse workplace values intelligence, flexibility, transparency, and good humor.

The ICCT has an immediate opening for a highly motivated and committed Associate Researcher or Researcher in the Fuels program who will work on low-GHG energy alternatives for the marine, aviation and road transport sectors. The Associate Researcher or Researcher will conduct robust research and analyses and develop policy recommendations, communicating actionable findings to policymakers, industry, and other stakeholders. This person will focus on EU policies, including the Renewable Energy Directive, FuelEU Maritime, and ReFuelEU (aviation).

You will:

Analyze the cost, life-cycle GHG emissions, and availability of low-GHG renewable fuels, such as renewable hydrogen derivatives and biofuels.
Write clear and concise technical reports, policy briefs, and articles including informative but easy-to-understand figures to summarize ICCT’s research for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Present findings in public and private forums.
Collaborate effectively with the ICCT’s global Fuels team and EU colleagues, as well as with external partners, policymakers, and industry stakeholders.

You have:

Associate Researcher: A bachelor’s or master's degree in environmental science, biology, chemistry, ecology, engineering, environmental policy or related discipline, in addition to at least two years of related experience, or alternatively a PhD degree OR