Technical Specialist - Climate Science / Engineering Programmes · London HQ · Hybrid Remote

Technical Specialist - Climate Science / EngineeringSalary: c.£65,000 - c.£95,000Location: Kings Cross, London (hybrid)Employment Type: We plan for this role to be full-time, but we’re open to discussing flexible working arrangementsContract Type: 3 years fixed-term (with the possibility for extension)Closing Date for Applications:03.06.24About ARIAARIA funds breakthrough R&D for society. With an unprecedented level of independence and operational freedom, we are rethinking how to best support scientists and engineers whose work can change the world. We are growing our team to develop bold new approaches that can scale – from programmes to systems, processes and everything in between. If that sounds fun, come and build ARIA with us. Learn more about how we work here.Role SummaryAs a Technical Specialist to Mark Symes, you’ll be working to develop a programme aligned to our thesis, ‘Exploring Options for Actively Cooling the Earth’.
In this role, you’ll be exposed to every aspect of the prospective programme's technical management from design through conception, approval, project selection, and overarching programme management. This is a rare opportunity to help direct teams across academia, startups, and industry, in pursuit of technologies that could delay/avert climate tipping points while we buy time to decarbonise.The programme will aim to answer fundamental questions as to the practicality, measurability and controllability of technologies that might one day be used to actively cool the Earth. We’re looking for an adaptable technical professional who’s strongly motivated by the opportunity to deliver a technological step change. Meet Mark SymesMy background is in chemistry, and I am seconded to ARIA from the University of Glasgow. I’ve spent the majority of my academic career researching ways to make green fuels to replace fossil fuels. The programme I’m running at ARIA will be a bit of a departure from all of that, so I am looking for someone to help activate the programme's potential, who has deep technical expertise in climate science/engineering (or an allied field) and who shares its vision.Find out more about what Mark is working on here.“To help me drive the programme forward with rigour and scientific robustness, I am looking for someone with deep technical expertise in climate science and/or climate engineering and who shares the programme’s vision.” Mark Symes, Programme DirectorWhat you’ll doThe scope of the role will evolve as ARIA continues to grow, but will broadly involve the following:
Work with Mark as a scientific and technical expert on a research programme aimed at exploring approaches to actively cool the Earth to avert/delay climate tipping points. Gather, validate, and disseminate technical data landscaping performance trends for Earth-cooling approaches in the broadest sense. Aid and advise Mark with research evaluation and project-specific technical insight. This includes activities like grant review, ongoing project oversight, technical milestone assessment, expert identification, presentations, and reporting. Plan, coordinate and steer technical discussions in project meetings, workshops, and presentations. Deliver in-depth programme portfolio evaluations, insightful recommendations, and streamlined reporting for Mark and key stakeholders, facilitating informed strategic directions. Contribute your technical prowess and capabilities across the programme, amplifying its overall effectiveness. Co-author solicitations, white papers and technical reviews. Drive the seamless execution of projects on a day-to-day basis, taking charge as the technical bridge linking the programme’s diverse project teams, and potential collaborators within the thriving R&D community. Who you areEssential Criteria
You have direct experience researching and applying climate science and/or climate engineering. You have an understanding of the broader issues surrounding climate change and climate engineering. You excel in grasping and navigating diverse technical projects. You skillfully convey complex technical ideas and project timelines to technical stakeholders in adjacent fields, bridging gaps between diverse teams, perspectives, and initiatives. You are willing to ask questions and can rapidly learn and adapt to new scientific areas, comprehending key components of new technical disciplines. You are okay with uncertainty and a fast-paced environment. You possess high clarity of written thought. Desirable Criteria You have practical expertise in working with climate/weather monitoring/observation technologies. You have expertise in statistical analysis of climate/weather phenomena. You have practical experience of translatable field trials related to the programme’s scope. You have worked in industry, preferably in a startup or other fast-paced environment. You have successfully performed technical assignments that require unconventional or novel approaches. You are skilled in risk analysis and resolution, tracking tech or other deeper technical expertise one of the listed areas of interest, or similar; climate science, climate engineering, or an allied discipline. You have a strong working knowledge of the worldwide climate engineering ecosystem. You have a strong working knowledge of the UK R&D ecosystem.
QualificationsYou have a scientific qualification, with a preference for PhD or other deeper technical experience in one of the listed areas of interest, or similar; climate science, climate engineering, or an allied discipline.Benefits 27 days annual leave provision, with the option to buy/sell additional days Hybrid working arrangements; 60% in office / 40% at home Supportive environment for learning and development opportunities Enhanced family leave arrangements A free and confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme Life Assurance 2 days of paid volunteer days 5% defined contribution pension scheme with Smart Pension Cycle to Work scheme An excellent office location in Kings X, London Not sure you meet 100% of our criteria? Don’t worry. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. We want to attract the broadest array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace experiences and backgrounds. Whether you’re new to this, returning to work after a gap in employment, simply looking to transition, or taking the next step in your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar. Please use your cover letter to tell us about your interests and what you hope to bring to this role.If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please notify us and we will make every effort to accommodate you. Disclosing any requests are intended to provide ARIA with the best opportunity to support candidates and will have no negative impact on your recruitment process.Please note; You will be required, as and when necessary, to travel to different locations around the UK to support projects, depending on the Programme you are designated to.
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