Blockchain & Climate Institute is hiring a
Standards Research Officer/Assistant

Summary

The job is for a Standards Research Officer / Assistant at The Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI), a voluntary home-based think tank focusing on applying blockchain technology in climate change. The role involves creating and promoting blockchain standards, engaging with stakeholders, and driving the end-to-end process of developing standards.

Requirements

• A relevant degree or training in a relevant discipline preferred
• Experience in producing standards-based outputs and structured reports for different audiences

Responsibilities

• Providing standards development support for members of working groups in areas such as renewable energy, carbon trading, forest monitoring, natural resource management, blockchain technology, artificial intelligence, etc
• Conducting primary and secondary research activities, including both quantitative and qualitative analysis, and publishing high-quality research that informs and advances the development of standards
• Generating opportunities for strategic partnerships that align with and promote the adoption of standards in climate and blockchain initiatives
• Attending conferences and events to promote BCI’s standards work, communicate research findings and insights via presentations, and engage with key stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven track record in research publications and standards involvement
• Experience in building constructive relationships with stakeholders
• Experience of working independently and with teams to drive forward projects using own initiative
• Experience in designing, planning and facilitating independent research and the ability to meet tight deadlines

Benefits

• Hone or learn new skills including research, presentation, writing, professional etiquette
• Mentally stimulate your mind, providing a sense of purpose
• Advance and boost your professional career by helping you to make professional connections and giving you real-world experience at the intersection between climate and emerging technologies
• Develop long-lasting professional relationships with others. People who come together to make the world a better place forge close connections