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Slipstream Group, Inc.

Senior Researcher

Madison, WI · On-site +1

$75K - $105K/yr

Our Research & Innovation Team is a national leader in understanding the real-world impacts of new solutions for addressing climate change. We study, develop, and test the next generation of energy ...

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What does a climate change research do?

In a Climate Change Research role, you can expect to work on diverse projects such as collecting and analyzing climate data, building and running computer models, conducting fieldwork, or reviewing scientific literature for emerging trends. Your daily tasks may include data visualization, drafting research reports, grant writing, and collaborating with professionals in academia, government, or industry. Researchers also frequently attend meetings to discuss results and share findings across different teams. The scope of work is dynamic and often involves teamwork, making communication and flexibility important in this field.

What is a climate change research?

A Climate Change Research job involves studying the causes, effects, and mitigation strategies related to climate change. Researchers analyze data on temperature trends, greenhouse gas emissions, and environmental impacts to better understand global climate patterns. They may work in academia, government agencies, environmental organizations, or private industries. Their findings contribute to policy development, sustainability efforts, and public awareness to address climate challenges effectively.

What skills and qualifications are needed for climate change research?

To thrive in Climate Change Research, a strong background in environmental science, data analysis, and scientific research methods—often supported by an advanced degree—is essential. Familiarity with statistical software (such as R or Python), climate modeling systems, and GIS tools is highly valuable, and relevant certifications like LEED or GHG inventory training may be advantageous. Excellent problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and the ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary teams make candidates stand out. These skills ensure researchers can effectively analyze climate data, contribute valuable insights, and influence environmental policy and solutions.

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Climate Litigation Database Manager

Columbia University

New York, NY • On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

  • Job Type: Officer of Administration
  • Bargaining Unit:
  • Regular/Temporary: Temporary
  • End Date if Temporary: 1 year from start date
  • Hours Per Week: 35
  • Standard Work Schedule:
  • Building:
  • Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Position Summary
The Sabin Center for Climate Change Law seeks a Climate Litigation Database Manager to play a central role in the development and maintenance of the world's leading open-access climate litigation resource, the Sabin Center's Climate Litigation Database . The role sits at the intersection of legal research and data management and involves working with AI-powered tools to improve database functionality, content quality, and analytical capacity.
This is a one-year position, with the possibility of renewal contingent on funding.
You can learn more about the Sabin Center here . More information about the Center's climate litigation work is available here .
Responsibilities
The incumbent will work with the Center's Faculty Director, Executive Director, and current Climate Litigation program staff, as well as with external partners, on the development and continuous improvement of the Climate Litigation Database , including its new AI-powered platform. In particular, the incumbent will:
  • Contribute to the design, development, expansion, and maintenance of the Climate Litigation Database, including its AI-powered features
  • Work with developers and external partners to conceptualize and implement features in the Climate Litigation Database that respond to legal and research needs
  • Work with other Climate Litigation staff to add new content to the database, including applying and refining taxonomies, methodologies, and analytical frameworks
  • Design and implement AI-assisted intake workflows, including tools to monitor news feeds and legal sources for new climate cases
  • Develop and maintain standardized case summary templates to ensure consistent, complete, and methodologically sound entries across jurisdictions
  • Implement and oversee AI-assisted tagging and categorization systems for case classification with human review workflows to ensure accuracy
  • Develop and maintain quality control protocols, including automated flagging of incomplete records, inconsistent data, and cases requiring status updates
  • Support analytics functions, including trend analysis across years and jurisdictions, time-to-resolution tracking, and cross-filtering by case attributes
  • Develop systems to streamline maintenance and improve automation and scalability of the platform
  • Oversee data quality and content standardization across jurisdictions
  • Identify opportunities to improve usability of the platform for researchers, legal practitioners, and the public

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree or master's degree in public policy, environmental studies, computer science, information technology, or a related field
  • 3-5 years of relevant professional experience in database development or management, data quality workflows, legal policy or research, or related areas, such as project management; development or maintenance of websites, apps, or databases; and collaboration with data scientists and website engineers/designers

Preferred Qualifications
  • Familiarity with AI/ML tools, including classification, tagging, or automated workflow tools, particularly in a legal, research, or policy context
  • Interest in and/or exposure to law, litigation, climate change law and policy
  • Demonstrated interest and experience in AI, information systems, climate change, environmental law/policy, and/or sustainability
  • Strong organizational and project management skills
  • Excellent writing and editing skills
  • Mustbeabletoworkwithdiverseconstituenciesandsupportaninclusiveworkenvironment.

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