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Senior Geoscientist

Position Title: Senior Geoscientist

Reports to: Superhot Rock Energy Program Director

Type: Full-time

Location: Remote, flexible within the U.S.

ABOUT CATF

Clean Air Task Force (CATF) is a nonprofit organization working to safeguard against the worst impacts of climate change by catalyzing the rapid global development and deployment of low-carbon energy and other climate-protecting technologies. This is accomplished through research and analysis, public advocacy leadership, and partnership with the private sector. CATF is highly respected for its deep expertise and research on energy and industrial systems and potential strategies, technologies, and policies that can radically shrink their impact on the planet’s atmosphere. Our team of experts and advocates (and global network of subject matter experts and civil society partners) put this research and knowledge into action by designing and enacting public policies that drive toward zero emissions. We also support policies and work directly with private industry to innovate in technology to make the path to zero emissions swift and affordable. CATF has offices in Boston, Washington D.C., and Brussels, with staff working virtually around the world.

ROLE

CATF’s Superhot Rock Energy (SHR) program works to address the dual needs of expanding affordable energy in developing economies and creating a global decarbonized energy system. The SHR program focuses on developing the commercial and advocacy networks, analysis, market development activity and communications and branding needed to help move SHR through the commercial development process. The program objective is to develop the technology to the position to where it can be a potentially significant option in providing zero-carbon energy at large scale to the global energy system. The Senior Geoscientist will work closely with the SHR Program Director and team members by focusing on strategic technology innovation and market development initiatives. The Senior Geoscientist will report to the SHR Program Director.

Key Functions and Responsibilities:

  • Work with SHR Program Director on strategic planning, vision development and execution of SHR Program. This includes, but is not limited to, early project development facilitation, stakeholder education, and global network development.
  • Lead efforts on technology, economics, and market analysis and strategy.
    • Oversight of technical projects undertaken within the program by staff or consultants.
    • Develop content such as analyses and reports; policy recommendations; articles, blogs and other content; commercial strategy recommendations, etc.
    • Technical needs assessments relating to early commercial project development.
    • Assessment of applicable innovations derived from relevant oil and gas industry experience.
    • Identify, research, and articulate possible and perceived environmental and execution risks in the pursuit of SHR.
  • Work with SHR Program Director and CATF development team to assist in development of funding resources.
  • Collaborate with policy focused workstreams to ensure advocacy strategy is consistent with subsurface science, environmental risk mitigation, and best practices, including review and feedback on 3rd party policy endorsement.
  • Review and draft CATF responses to Requests For Information (RFIs) put forward by governments, donors, and other NGOs.
  • Provide thought leadership toward superhot rock energy technologies through white paper production, commissioned reports and collaboration opportunities.  Present findings and represent CATF on technical matters at various events in which influencers and stakeholders are present.

Skills/Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree, Masters or higher in energy systems and/or energy policy along with relevant successful professional experience of 8 to 10 years in government, industry, and/or civil society organizations.
  • Familiarity with, or experience in energy markets, the geothermal industry and/or oil and gas industry landscapes involving the subsurface.
  • Mission driven and dedicated towards CATF’s broader mission of advancing climate solutions in a high energy world.
  • Capable of working and collaborating in a virtual office environment; willingness to travel extensively.
  • Entrepreneurial and self-starting/self-management approach to work requiring minimal supervision.

Compensation and Location: 

This is a remote full-time position flexible within the U.S. CATF offers an excellent benefits package and an annual salary range of $111,540 – $167,310, depending on experience.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please follow this link to submit a resume, cover letter referencing the position title, and contact information for two to three professional and/or academic references. 

CATF provides equal employment opportunities.   

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