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Carbon Direct
Sustainable Biomass Scientist
12 months ago
About the Job
Overview
Carbon Direct is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Sustainable Biomass Scientist to join our team. An increasing number of highly scalable climate solutions rely on biomass feedstocks, from sustainable aviation fuel to biochar. These solutions must rely on sustainable biomass from forests and agriculture to be effective. The Sustainable Biomass Scientist will play a crucial role in evaluating and advising on the use of biomass as a renewable feedstock for carbon removal and other climate solutions. This role requires a deep understanding of forest management and economics, supply chains, environmental and social impacts, and regulatory frameworks to ensure that biomass utilization aligns with Carbon Direct's commitment to sustainable decarbonization and carbon removal. This role will work closely with engineering colleagues to understand biomass-based climate solutions holistically.
Responsibilities
- Biomass Evaluation: Assess the sustainability of biomass feedstocks, considering factors such as forest management and economics, life cycle emissions, land use, biodiversity impacts, and social implications.
- Supply Chain Analysis: Conduct comprehensive analyses of biomass supply chains to identify opportunities for optimization, risk reduction, efficiency improvements, and emissions reductions.
- Scientific Expertise: Provide technical expertise and guidance to interdisciplinary Carbon Direct teams on biomass supply chains, forest management, and forest economics.
- Regulatory Compliance: Stay up-to-date on relevant regulations and standards governing biomass utilization, ensuring that Carbon Direct's practices adhere to environmental laws and guidelines.
- Strategic Partnerships: Collaborate with external stakeholders, including biomass suppliers, industry associations, research institutions, and policymakers, to promote sustainable biomass practices and advance Carbon Direct's mission.
- Research and Innovation: Stay abreast of the latest developments and innovations in sustainable biomass utilization approaches, conducting research and analysis to inform Carbon Direct's strategies and initiatives.
- Client Engagement: Engage with Carbon Direct's clients to understand their sustainability goals and carbon reduction needs, offering tailored solutions and recommendations for incorporating biomass-based solutions into their decarbonization strategies.
Qualifications
- Experience in biomass sustainability, forest management, forest economics, wood procurement, carbon removal, or a related field.
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, forestry, agriculture, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
- Strong understanding of biomass feedstocks and supply chains, with a focus on forest management and economics.
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and standards governing biomass utilization and forest management, such as sustainability certifications and carbon accounting protocols.
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to conduct rigorous assessments and evaluations of complex systems, such as through life cycle assessment.
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to diverse audiences and build collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders across disciplines.
- Commitment to Carbon Direct's mission of combating climate change through innovative and sustainable solutions.
Salary
$130,000-$159,000
- Comprehensive nationwide medical, dental, and vision coverage. See a preview of our coverage here.
- Time off as needed: Flexible vacation policy and ten company-wide holidays, plus annual winter break between Christmas and New Year's
- 16 weeks of fully paid parental and family leave with no tenure requirement
- Remote-friendly work culture with annual company-wide retreats
- Reimbursement for your work-from-home setup and monthly work-from-home stipend
About the Company
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Carbon Direct
<div><strong>Carbon Direct is decarbonizing the global economy. </strong></div> <div> </div> <div><strong>What is Carbon Direct? </strong></div> <div>We are a team of scientists, engineers, and innovators with a shared goal of reducing atmospheric CO2 by scaling carbon management.</div> <div> </div> <div><strong>What do we do?</strong></div> <div>We operate two distinct businesses:</div> <div>- <u>Advisory & Software</u>: We work with Fortune 500 corporate clients like Microsoft, Shopify, and Alaska Airlines to develop long-term carbon management plans. We’re also building a platform to facilitate the procurement, purchasing, and monitoring of carbon removals, helping make net zero emissions a reality for all businesses.</div> <div>- <u>Investments</u>: We scale the supply of quality removals by investing in high-potential technologies vetted by science-backed sourcing and diligence. </div> <div> </div> <div>The science is clear: we need to pair CO2 emission reductions with removals to limit global temperatures to <a class="postings-link" href="http://1.5c/">1.5C</a>, and the time to act is now. Our 40+ leading scientists have expertise in all areas of carbon management, from carbon footprinting to carbon removal procurement, and their insight guides our work.</div> <div> </div> <div>Our team is data-centric, diverse, and purpose-driven. Join us on one of the greatest journeys of our lifetimes: the transition to net-zero.</div> <p> </p>
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