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Job Description
Scientific Officer II (Level 4) Climate position available at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to work at the science/policy interface and contribute to climate change adaptation and mitigation efforts.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Representing Ireland and the EPA at international, EU and national levels
- Managing and presenting environmental data and implementing quality control systems
- Collecting and analyzing data, including determining requirements and engaging with relevant stakeholders
- Providing analysis and implications for policy issues and actions related to climate change
- Developing integrated analysis of information and data from various sources
- Contributing to the EPA's role in delivering adaptation services and supporting the Climate Ireland web portal
- Analysing and developing impact scenarios for climate change and climate change policies
- Collaborating with national experts, agencies and departments
- Compiling National Greenhouse Gas and Air Pollutant emission Inventories and Projections
- Data analysis and database management
- Supporting the delivery of related publications and reports
- Engaging with key research programmes and participating in networks and bodies
- Providing scientific and environmental data, analysis and advice
- Assessing technical reports and research publications
Key qualifications and requirements include:
- An appropriate degree in a relevant science, engineering or mathematical discipline
- A minimum of two years work experience in a relevant area, including knowledge of Climate Policy and data management
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proven track record delivering as part of a high-performance team
- Required competencies: Team Player and Leadership, Customer and Stakeholder Focus, Interpersonal and Communication Skills, Management and Delivery of Results, Analysis and Decision Making, Specialist Knowledge/Expertise and Self-development
Eligible candidates must be a citizen of the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, Switzerland or a non-EEA citizen with a specific visa.
Application forms are available on the EPA website and must be submitted by email to the specified address.