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Climate Analytics Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Climate Team Officer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$16.50 - $19.50/hr

Climate Team Officers are responsible for the overall safety and security of the school. The ... up with analysis and corrective action * Demonstrated ability to keep up with fast paced ...

Climate Team Officer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$16.50 - $19.50/hr

Climate Team Officers are responsible for the overall safety and security of the school. The ... up with analysis and corrective action * Demonstrated ability to keep up with fast paced ...

Climate Team Officer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$16.50 - $19.50/hr

Climate Team Officers are responsible for the overall safety and security of the school. The ... up with analysis and corrective action * Demonstrated ability to keep up with fast paced ...

Senior Research Analyst

Chicago, IL · On-site

$119K - $120K/yr

Job Summary The AI for Climate Initiative, a joint initiative of the Data Science Institute and the Institute for Climate and Sustainable Growth, is seeking a Senior Research Analyst to lead and ...

Experience analyzing fleet safety metrics and telematics data * Excellent written and verbal ... Building a sustainable fleet safety culture In alignment with Climate Pros' values and applicable ...

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How much do climate analytics jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for climate analytics in Illinois is $110,926.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,600.00 and $130,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a climate analytics?

A Climate Analytics job involves analyzing climate data to assess trends, risks, and impacts related to climate change. Professionals in this field use statistical models, satellite data, and computational tools to support climate policy, sustainability strategies, and risk mitigation efforts. They often work for research institutions, government agencies, or private companies to provide insights that inform decision-making. Key skills include data analysis, programming, and knowledge of climate science.

What does a climate analytics professional do?

Professionals in Climate Analytics typically spend their days gathering, cleaning, and analyzing large climate-related datasets, such as temperature records and atmospheric models. They often use specialized software to interpret climate trends, produce visualizations, and model potential environmental impacts. Collaboration with scientists, policy experts, and engineering teams is common to ensure findings are integrated into organizational or policy decisions. Additionally, professionals may be responsible for preparing reports and presentations, making technical insights accessible and actionable for broader audiences. This blend of analytical and communication tasks makes the role dynamic and central to informed decision-making in climate-related fields.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for climate analytics?

To thrive in Climate Analytics, you generally need a solid background in environmental science, data analysis, and statistical modeling, often supported by a relevant degree such as environmental science, climatology, or statistics. Familiarity with programming languages like Python or R, geospatial analysis tools (e.g., ArcGIS), and climate data platforms is highly valued, alongside certifications in data analytics or sustainability. Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills help professionals effectively interpret data and present complex findings to both technical and non-technical audiences. These skills are crucial for accurately assessing climate risks and informing strategies that drive real-world environmental solutions.

What are the most commonly searched types of Climate Analytics jobs in Illinois? The most popular types of Climate Analytics jobs in Illinois are:
Infographic showing various Climate Analytics job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 90% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 78% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,926 per year, or $53.3 per hour.

Sustainability Data and AI Consultant

Themesoft, Inc.

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

Overview:
Sustainability Data and AI Consultant
Location - Chicago, IL - United States
Your Role
To support our ambition of becoming a leading sustainability consulting and capability provider, we are seeking a Sustainability Data and AI Consultant/Engineer for the North American market. This role will focus on designing and delivering AI-driven sustainability solutions, enabling organizations to accelerate their ESG, Net-Zero, and climate business outcomes initiatives through data, governance, analytics, and advanced AI techniques. You will work closely with global leadership, sustainability experts, and Data & AI teams to build scalable, industry-specific Data and AI solutions for sustainability business cases.
  • Support pre-sales, RFP responses, and PoC development for sustainability Data and AI offerings.
  • Design and build Data and AI solutions for sustainability business cases such as ESG reporting, carbon accounting, supply chain optimization and resilience, resource optimization, product life cycle automation, data-driven solutions for Net-Zero, Environmental Profit & Loss, climate analytics and climate risk modeling.
  • Develop AI-enabled frameworks and apply AI techniques (Agentics, RPA, Predictive analytics, GenAI, NLP) to automate ESG governance and compliance, reporting, regulatory alignment and sustainability insight across the value chain of enterprise.
  • Design and maintain data pipelines, ESG data models, and sustainability data platforms.
  • Integrate internal and external sustainability datasets (carbon emissions, regulatory data, ESG disclosures, ESG risks scoring) and implement leading ESG solutions from the market
  • Work with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and tools like Databricks, Snowflake, Python, SQL for scalable AI solutions.
  • Collaborate with consulting teams to translate sustainability challenges into AI-driven business outcomes solutions.
  • Participate in client workshops, discovery sessions, and solution design discussions.
  • Stay updated on emerging ESG regulations, AI trends, and sustainability technologies.
  • Contribute to accelerators, frameworks, and reusable assets for sustainability solutions.

Required Skills & Experience
  • 5-6 years of experience in Data, AI/ML, Engineering, Governance or Analytics roles.
  • 1-2 years of exposure to Business Sustainability / ESG / Climate / CSR initiatives.
  • Experience in consulting or client-facing roles preferred.
  • Strong proficiency in selling solutions
  • Customer centric, relation builder, entrepreneur, problem solving skills
  • Experience in Machine Learning / AI (predictive models, NLP, GenAI preferred), AI/ML frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch, AI workflow and Agentics platform like Claude, Gemini, Co-pilot
  • Experience with data engineering concepts (ETL pipelines, data lakes, data governance, etc.).
  • Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
  • Experience with leading Sustainability solutions
  • Understanding of ESG data models, sustainability metrics, and data governance.
  • Working knowledge of ESG regulations, scoring agency, and frameworks (CSRD, ISSB, GRI, SASB, CDP).
  • Understanding of carbon accounting, LCA, LCI and GHG Protocol.
  • Experience in sustainability reporting and disclosures.

Skills:
Sustainability Data,AI