Climate Research Data Scientist

at  MSCI Inc

RESEARCH

Use your eye for actionable insights to help clients identify and manage emerging risks and opportunities.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE THAT WILL HELP YOU EXCEL

· Strong experience in software development in Python · Experience in the fields of climate, environmental modelling, sustainability, data science · Work in cross-functional teams · Excellent communication skills · Self-motivated, pro-active and demonstrating an exceptional drive towards delivery. · Familiarity with general concepts of carbon accounting methodologies (Greenhouse Gas Protocol, Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials) is desirable.

YOUR TEAM RESPONSIBILITIES

We are looking for a sharp, energetic and organized Climate Risk Researcher to join the MSCI Climate Risk Center, a team of Climate Researchers, Financial modelers and Software Engineers. The role offers a challenging and exciting opportunity to shape the future of climate-related finance. You would be a core member of a team that translates pressing environmental issues into finance-related metrics that inform the investment decisions of the world’s largest investors.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Develop tools (methodologies, models, metrics, interactive tools) to assess climate risk related to investments. · Work on software and data science projects related to climate risks including data analysis, statistical analysis and software development · Work closely within a cross functional team (other research team members, industry analysts, technology teams, client facings teams) · Communicate work with internal stakeholders as well as clients, support clients with methodology and data questions. · Follow agile development and rapid prototyping techniques. · Anticipate problems/opportunities and adapt to new challenges. · Write and maintain the documentation and validation of models and method.