Senior Climate Transition Risk Researcher – Nice (France) or London (UK)
Role
Join an innovative climate research institute dedicated to advancing the understanding and application of climate risk assessments, developing innovative methodologies. This role focuses on developing innovative and integrated frameworks to comprehensively assess climate transition risks. This means going beyond the classical approach focusing on carbon tax and having a particular emphasis on Scope 3 emissions in supply chains, consumer behavior, and technological choices. The insights and tools you develop will have real-world applications, particularly for customers in the financial sector, helping them quantify and understand climate-related risks and opportunities.
You will work in a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment, leveraging scientific research to deliver methodologies and outcomes that drive decision-making across industries.
Responsibilities
- Conduct advanced research on climate transition risks, with a focus on supply chain emissions (Scope 3), consumer choices, and emerging technologies.
- Develop and refine methodologies for assessing the impacts of transition risks on industries and financial markets, integrating systems thinking and scenario analysis.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create innovative tools and models for climate risk assessments that address real-world challenges.
- Engage with the financial sector and industry to align research outputs with customer needs and regulatory requirements.
- Publish high-impact research in scientific journals and contribute to conferences, workshops, and industry forums.
- Stay informed on emerging climate policies, technological advancements, and market trends, in particular in relation to regulations, potential applications, and quantitative methods, to incorporate them into assessments and recommendations.
Requirements
- A PhD in climate science, environmental engineering, economics, supply chain management, or a related field.
- Strong expertise in greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting (in particular in relation to Scope 3). Knowledge in life cycle assessment (LCA) and supply chain sustainability is a plus. Familiarity with climate risk frameworks (e.g., TCFD, NGFS scenarios) is also a plus.
- Proficiency in quantitative analysis and modelling tools (e.g., Python, R).
- Knowledge of consumer behaviour, market dynamics, and emerging technologies for decarbonisation.
- Proven ability to conduct interdisciplinary research and develop practical applications of scientific findings.
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
- Communication skills, with experience presenting complex ideas to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Familiarity with the financial sector, including climate-related disclosures, regulatory frameworks, and market incentives, is a plus.
Attractive salary and bonus, healthcare and pension plan coverage.
The salary will be determined according to EDHEC's pay scale, the candidate's qualifications and experience.
To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter.
About EDHEC
Operating from campuses in Lille, Nice, Paris, London and Singapore, EDHEC is one of the world’s top 15 business schools. Fully international and directly connected to the business world, EDHEC commands a strong reputation for research excellence and the ability to train entrepreneurs and managers capable of breaking new ground. EDHEC functions as a genuine laboratory of ideas and produces innovative solutions valued by businesses. The School’s teaching is inspired by its research work and a focus on “learning by doing”, all with the aim of equipping people with the skills to succeed in business.
