Research Fellow

Earthworks is hiring a Research Fellow. The purpose of this fellowship is to provide an opportunity for candidates from historically marginalized groups and communities to gain work experience in the environmental advocacy space. Recent graduates and entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.

This is a temporary position and a diversity fellowship, with an anticipated August 2024 start date. The Fellow will work full-time (40 hours per week) for four months with an opportunity for possible extension/transition to a permanent role if additional funding is secured.

Earthworks’ Energy Team and Policy Team work to expose the harm from oil and gas pollution in order to reduce the harm, stop the expansion, and spur a managed decline from oil and methane gas. The Research Fellow will work with other research, energy, communications, and philanthropy staff and will play a key role in data cleaning, coding, analysis, visualization, and report writing. Responsibilities will also include collaborative development of research-related deliverables such as talking points, one-page fact sheets, infographics, and blog posts. 

This position reports to the Director of Talent and Equity and is housed on the Policy Team, where the candidate will work closely with the Research and Policy Manager. 

About Earthworks

Earthworks is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting communities and the environment from the adverse impacts of mineral and energy development while promoting sustainable solutions. Earthworks stands for clean air, water, and land, healthy communities, and corporate accountability. We work for solutions that protect both the Earth’s resources and our communities. Earthworks has a primarily-remote staff of approximately 50 employees in over 20 states and DC.

Earthworks is committed to challenging and dismantling systemic oppression. Earthworks’ board and staff understand that promoting diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) both within and beyond Earthworks is critical to carrying out our mission to protect communities and the environment from the adverse impacts of resource extraction. We understand that our commitment to DEI means a dedication to constant learning and improvement.

Earthworks welcomes applications from diverse candidates and is an equal-opportunity employer. Earthworks evaluates employees and applicants for employment on merit, competence, and qualifications and does not tolerate discrimination.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Earthworks we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Strong attention to detail
• 1-3 years of experience working in a research related role, utilizing both quantitative and qualitative data (may include internships or coursework) 
• Ability to work effectively both individually and with a fully remote team
• Ability to summarize complex information into more easily understood content 
• Creative and strategic thinker 

Preferred Experience and Qualifications

• Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets
• Geospatial data analysis and visualization
• Basic knowledge of oil and gas industry operations (especially upstream)
• Basic knowledge of oil and gas related air pollution issues

Location, Travel, and COVID-19

Location for this position is remote in the United States.

Some travel may be required for certain positions. Employees who are unable to travel/attend in-person meetings for health or disability reasons may request accommodations. Earthworks’ COVID-19 policies prioritize the health and safety of our employees and the need to minimize the public health threat from COVID-19.

Earthworks requires all those hired to provide proof of full vaccination (vaccination and booster) against COVID-19. New hires who have disabilities that make the vaccine medically inadvisable or those who have a sincere religious belief that the vaccine is impermissible may request an accommodation by contacting Lezlie Griffin, Director of Talent and Equity, at lgriffin@earthworks.org. Accommodation will be provided only as required by applicable law.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a temporary, full-time (40 hours a week), four month position, with an anticipated August 2024 start date. The compensation for this position is $1,840 per two week pay period. This is not a benefits eligible position, but the Fellow will be eligible for paid time off, pursuant to Earthworks leave policies. Additionally, the Fellow will receive mentorship and professional development support throughout the fellowship. 

Bargaining Unit Status

Earthworks is a union workplace; our employees are represented by Earthworkers Unite/Industrial Workers of the World (IWW). This position is excluded from the bargaining unit.

How to Apply

We strongly encourage and seek applications from people of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disabilities, and bilingual individuals. Reasonable accommodations will be made so that applicants with disabilities may participate in the application and interview process. Please advise in writing of special needs at the time of application.

Apply online at https://www.careers-page.com/earthworks-2/job/QX7XVW43 including a cover letter, resume, and writing sample. The preferred application deadline is July 7, 2024. No emails or phone calls please.

Qualified applicants can expect to complete three interview stages: an initial phone interview, a virtual panel interview, and a virtual final interview. We’ll also request a list of three professional references after the second stage of the interview process.

This is not a benefits eligible position, but the Fellow will be eligible for paid time off, pursuant to Earthworks leave policies. Additionally, the Fellow will receive mentorship and professional development support throughout the fellowship.

Apply online at https://www.careers-page.com/earthworks-2/job/QX7XVW43 including a cover letter, resume, and writing sample. The preferred application deadline is July 7, 2024. No emails or phone calls please.