This position is with Zero Carbon Analytics (ZCA), a specialist research team conducting fast turnaround, outcomes-focused research on the climate transition. ZCA works in collaboration with the Global Strategic Communications Council (GSCC), a global network of communications professionals in the field of climate, energy and nature. GSCC is a programme hosted by the Meliore Foundation.

The Research Lead will oversee ZCA’s research activity, in close collaboration with the ZCA Director. ZCA’s high-integrity analysis helps shift narratives and create space for positive policy action. As the information environment shifts, we are seeking an experienced researcher and project manager to ensure ZCA is implementing best practice across its research areas including energy, nature, policy and science, bolstering its brand as a reliable, robust source of high-quality and trustworthy insight.

You will work closely with the ZCA leadership team, reporting directly to the ZCA Director and alongside the ZCA Content Manager, as well as research strand leads, to develop and implement methodologies and processes to ensure the delivery of high-quality, high-integrity, impactful analysis.

Application Deadline July 27, 2026 Department Thematic Teams Employment Type Full Time Location Remote / Flexible (+/- 6hrs CET)Workplace type Fully remote

How you'll contribute

Research oversight and development:

Contribute to the conducting and oversight of high-profile, high-impact, fast-turnaround research projects.
Help to design and implement best practice ways of working across strands, including overseeing AI innovation and risk management, to ensure high-quality, timely, outputs.
Implement and support peer review and fact checking processes to ensure high-integrity outputs.

Strategic development:

Contribute to the ZCA leadership team’s understanding of how research can have impact in a shifting information ecosystem.
Contribute to growth and promotion of the ZCA brand as a go-to source of robust and reliable information.
Own ZCA’s monitoring and evaluation processes to ensure lessons are learned from past projects and implemented for new projects.

Team leadership:

Manage research strand leads and help them get the best out of their resources and teams.
Help to identify critical new areas and types of research where ZCA can have impact.
Provide visible team leadership by remaining accessible for escalations and guiding resolution of complex challenges.

Our ideal candidate has

To succeed in this role, you will have the below qualities:

Research Methodologies & Data Analysis:

Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods, systems and tools and evolving practices within those areas, including the use of Artificial Intelligence.
Expertise and experience in data analysis, interpretation, and ensuring high-quality outputs.
Deep knowledge of energy systems, data, and research.

Research Project Management:

Experience managing multiple research projects for impact.

Quality Assurance:

Experience implementing and monitoring quality assurance processes to maintain research integrity across the organisation.

Leadership & Team Management:

Demonstrated ability to oversee, motivate, and troubleshoot issues arising within research teams in rapidly changing environments.
Strong people management and mentorship skills.

Communication & Collaboration:

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively across functions and with diverse stakeholders.
Ability to self-motivate and work effectively in a remote working environment.
Fluency in written and spoken English, our working language.

Nice to haves:

Experience in academic, campaigning, or consultancy settings.
Additional languages are an asset.

Why join us?

Be part of a remote-first, international network of professionals working on climate, energy and nature and work with a bunch of dynamic, culturally diverse individuals who combine their passion to make a difference with a rigorous and results-oriented approach to work.
6 offline days (with no calls or meetings) per year to focus on your work.
Reduced working time on Fridays during the Dry Season (summer).
Access to our employee assistance program to support your mental health and personal development.
Supplementary paid business closure for end-of-year holidays.
Maternity leave matched to 20 weeks for countries where regulation allows less than that.
Enjoy regular opportunities to connect and collaborate with colleagues around the world.
A full-time position with an employment or consultant contract, subject to location, for 12 months, with possible renewal after one year.

Location:+/-6h CET, ideally LATAM and Southeast Asia.

Some international travel will be required. We may be able to provide co-working spaces in some locations. Only candidates with the right to work in their location will be considered.

Contract and Benefits disclaimer: Contract type and some benefits may vary by jurisdiction. We will confirm eligibility and the applicable terms during the hiring process.

Salary / Fee: Meliore sets compensation levels through a systematic alignment with local market data, taking into account the responsibility level of each role or the expected level of services and the skills and experience of the selected candidate. We apply a consistent, equitable, compensation policy, and provide data on our calculations and pay or fee ranges, in all locations where we operate. Our compensation practices reflect our commitment to fairness, inclusion, and accountability, and are regularly reviewed to ensure alignment with evolving market standards and organisational values.

About Zero Carbon Analytics

Zero Carbon Analytics (ZCA) is an international research group providing insights and analysis about climate change and the energy transition. Our researchers and analysts specialise in understanding and synthesising the developments in energy systems, nature, land use, climate science, just transitions and other important topics in the climate debate.

We are committed to producing impactful research and analysis to drive climate action. Our research informs and supports the work of journalists, policymakers, advocacy organisations, investors and businesses.

Our Hiring Process

Stage 3: Meet the Team - Round 1

Stage 4: Interview Task

Stage 5: Meet the Team - Round 2

Stage 6: Hiring decision

Stage 1: We have received your application!

Stage 2: We want to hear more from you!

Stage 3: Meet the Team - Round 1

Stage 4: Interview Task

Stage 5: Meet the Team - Round 2

Stage 6: Hiring decision

Stage 1: We have received your application!

Stage 2: We want to hear more from you!

Stage 3: Meet the Team - Round 1

Stage 4: Interview Task

Stage 5: Meet the Team - Round 2

Stage 6: Hiring decision

Application Deadline July 27, 2026 Department Thematic Teams Employment Type Full Time Location Remote / Flexible (+/- 6hrs CET)Workplace type Fully remote