Research Analyst (Climate Risk)

This position is based on Stanford’s main campus with consideration given to the option for a hybrid work schedule (partially onsite and offsite), subject to operational need. Interested candidates must include a resume and cover letter to be considered for this position.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment VISA.

About Us

The Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability strives to create a future when humans and nature thrive in concert and in perpetuity. The school is made up of a three-part structure to drive global impact: Our academic departments and programs educate students and create new knowledge across areas of research that are crucial for advancing the long-term prosperity of the planet; Institutes bridge scholarship at Stanford and beyond, bringing multiple viewpoints to bear on urgent challenges; The Sustainability Accelerator drives new policy and technology solutions through a worldwide network of partners who work with our teams to develop solutions at a global scale. The school is dedicated to creating and supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment, and to creating solutions that benefit all people, particularly those most affected by environmental damage and climate change.

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Precourt Institute for Energy

As part of the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability, the Precourt Institute for Energy concentrates the talents of the University on energy research and education, from basic science and technology to policy and business. We disseminate research results and help the University develop energy-literate leaders as part of its educational mission. We work across campus in all seven of Stanford’s schools.  We also build collaborations globally with industry, other research institutions, government, and civic organizations in pursuit of sustainable, affordable, secure energy for all people.

The Sustainable Finance Initiative

Announced in the Fall of 2018, the Sustainable Finance Initiative (SFI) works with public, private and development institutions to engage Stanford researchers in developing the finance and policy tools needed for the transition toward a decarbonized and climate-resilient global economy. Housed at the Precourt Institute for Energy, SFI brings Stanford’s capacity to generate and apply knowledge across finance, economics, business and law to critical challenges in need of tailored and site-specific solutions. Our faculty, fellows and students work in teams with external partners and local collaborators. 

Research Analyst (Climate Risk)

Stanford’s Sustainability Finance Initiative (SFI) seeks a talented, highly motivated researcher with a background in finance or economics for a full time, 1-year fixed term role with the possibility of renewal based on additional funding and operational need. Under the guidance and supervision of SFI the Fellow will investigate various approaches to climate risk management.  The work will include investigation and assessment of the current landscape of insurance, financial markets and policy.  Particular areas of focus may include wildfire risk management models and methods, persistence and viability of carbon offsets, novel approaches to climate risk transfer and management, understanding interactions between various stakeholders in risk management policy design.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities Required and Preferred Qualifications

• Design and execute quantitative analytical research on innovative funding approaches and new financing models in sustainable investing
• Write high-quality research papers and case studies
• Help design market engagement activities including invitation-only workshops, guest speakers and educational forums
• Establish trust and credibility with public and private investors and other key stakeholders
• Assist principal investigators with designing experiments constituting a phase of a research project for which precedents are few; conduct experiments which may involve coordinating a complex experimental protocol.
• Independently identify/modify standard procedures based on judgment concerning the general goals of a project; select approaches in developing, testing, and evaluating new methods.
• Lead or participate in multidisciplinary teams (in academia, across different faculties or schools, and in industry, across different functions of the business).
• Co-author all or sections of a report for publication or professional presentation with the work being reviewed by the principal investigator or faculty.
• Present ongoing work and findings to colleagues at academic conferences.
• Collaborate with the principal investigator to design a research approach of a project and/or integrate results of the entire project.
• Complete project-related administrative and budgetary responsibilities of a limited scope as needed.
• Formally supervise and train new staff or students, including hiring, performance management, and related duties, in addition to instruction on techniques and consultation on project work.

* The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities.  Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility.  Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.