
Zero-emission aviation researcher (Data Analyst)
- Hybrid
- Brussels, Brussels, Belgium
- Trends & Analysis
Job description
Are you concerned by transport’s climate impact and continued reliance on fossil fuels? Transport & Environment (T&E) is looking for a talented and dynamic data analyst to join the team to work on aviation. The work will focus mostly on the kick-start of zero-emission aviation (hydrogen and electric aircraft) in Europe and the roll-out of clean fuels in our national offices. As part of this, you will help our colleagues working on zero-emission aviation to launch impactful studies on the potential of hydrogen and electric aircraft in Europe. You will also work closely with colleagues from five different countries to analyse the roll-out of sustainable fuels in their national context.
Aviation is a challenging sector to decarbonise. We need a researcher to quantitatively analyse available options for zero-emission aircraft and clean fuels and their economic feasibility, scalability, technical potential, and climate, environmental, and social impacts. We need convincing and compelling charts, analysis, reports and presentations to convert complex information into advocacy and media friendly material. Finally, we need to convince European lawmakers to set ambitious but achievable goals to drive the sector from being the fastest growing climate problem to one of sustainability.
Main functions of the role:
Taking a leading role on T&E’s analytical work on zero-emission aircraft as well as sustainable aviation fuels.
Taking a leading role in the maintenance and continuous improvement of the aviation emission model and databases
Developing briefings and inputting into advocacy and campaign materials based on robust data, evidence and argumentation in order to reduce the climate impact of the aviation sector.
Analysing or developing models that project the roll-out of clean technologies in five European countries.
Analysing and dissecting data as well as complex policy issues from a variety of sources including scientific studies, European Commission reports and models being used to shape EU policy. From this, develop a detailed understanding of the issues from an environmental, economic and societal perspective.
Support the aviation team in developing measures for reducing aviation emissions via zero-emission planes and clean fuels.
Support the organisation with ad hoc requests and fast technical responses for both internal and for third party stakeholders, such as policy makers and journalists.
Being a key part of the Trends & Analysis team - where all analysts in the organisation sit - and the Aviation policy team.
Job requirements
This position requires an engineer, scientist or economist with experience in environmental science or related fields.
The successful candidate would ideally meet the following criteria:
At least one year relevant experience in the field of energy and/or transport.
Knowledge and/or of zero-emission aviation and/or sustainable aviation fuels.
Have strong analytical skills, an ability to quickly grasp technical issues, assess data, and good knowledge of Excel or other modelling tools - such as python.
Relevant professional experience working on technical issues in the environmental or energy sectors, or in a research institution
Project management experience including strong interpersonal and team-working skills and an ability to deliver to tight deadlines.
Excellent communication and presentation skills and an ability to write in English fluently, accurately and concisely. Other European languages are considered a bonus
The confidence to think and act with initiative, to engage and influence policymakers of different stripes, industry representatives and other stakeholders at the highest level.
What do we offer:
Position Type: Full-time, permanent position.
Compensation: The salary package depends on location and experience. We are an equal opportunities employer and offer competitive salary and benefits.
Location: Brussels; Exceptionally, candidates can also be based in cities in our nearby national offices (Paris or London). For candidates based in those cities, there is an expectation that they will work in the T&E offices at least two days a week, and will spend several days per month in Brussels. Further, as part of an induction into the team, an extended period of time in Brussels is envisaged.
Remote: While we offer a flexible working environment, there is an expectation that there are at least two days per week spent in the office.
Start date: 1 April 2025.
How to apply: To apply, please submit your CV and motivation letter at jobs.transportenvironment.org . The deadline for applications is 28th February 2025.
Interview process:
First-round interviews are planned for the week of 10th March; selected candidates will be notified by the start of that week.
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