Open date: April 29, 2024
Most recent review date: Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
The California-China Climate Institute (CCCI) is seeking to hire a Research Director to lead its climate policy research activities and strategies.
UC Berkeley's California-China Climate Institute (CCCI) is a research institute in the Center for Law, Energy, and the Environment (CLEE) at Berkeley Law. Former California Governor Jerry Brown chairs the Institute in partnership with Xie Zhenhua, China's Special Representative for Climate Change Affairs. The Institute receives guidance and support from expert policy and operations staff, business, academic and climate advisory committees and a governing board of top university and government officials. The Institute also works closely with other UC campuses, departments and leaders. Launched in September 2019, this groundbreaking initiative was established to spur further climate action through joint research, training and dialogue in California and China, with the goal of informing national policy makers and promoting the implementation of climate solutions at all levels.
The Research Director will play a key role in CCCI's leadership and strategy and will lead research projects, develop and execute research strategy, collaborate with research partners across UC and at partner institutions, and conduct outreach to disseminate research findings.
Tasks may include conducting research projects, convening expert workshops, and leading development of research reports, drafting blog posts, and other outputs; conducting outreach and coordination with stakeholders and partners; working with research fellows, interns, graduate students, and other affiliates; identifying publication opportunities; and engaging in outreach with interested parties, media, and academics, and others.
Primary Responsibilities:
The Research Director will:
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Candidate must hold an advanced degree or be enrolled in an advanced degree program
* Hold an advanced degree
* 3 years experience working in a field related to California or China climate and environmental policy
* 3 years experience in program development and management
* 5+ years experience working in a field related to California or China climate and environmental policy
* 5+ years experience in program development and management
* Knowledge of environmental and climate policy
* Familiarity with policy research
* Knowledge of California and China climate policy
* Strong research management and writing skills
* Strong project management skills
* Commitment to collaboration and interdisciplinary team development
* Strong communication skills
* Demonstrated commitment to and understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) in the workplace
* Experience working in an academic research setting
* Experience collaborating with other researchers
* Experience working with state and local policy makers, environmental organizations, and other stakeholders in California or China
* Excitement and commitment to CCCI's mission and environmental sustainability, more generally.
Additional materials may be requested of applicants.
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Writing Sample - Such as a policy brief, comment letter, white paper, or equivalent of no more than 10 pages
Statement on Contributions to Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Statement on your contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including information about your understanding of these topics, your record of activities to date, and your specific plans and goals for advancing equity and inclusion if hired at Berkeley. More Information and guidelines.
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