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Organization: ClearCarbon
Location: Washington DC
Deadline: Unknown


We are seeking a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Analyst to actively engage in all aspects of project work. As a part of our business model, employees at all levels of our company are asked to interact directly with clients. We welcome applications from individuals who are self-motivated and eager to face new challenges.

This position requires one to three years of direct working experience in LCA, energy and GHG issues. Experience can be via academic, consulting, corporate, government or non-profit positions. Ideal candidates will have a Master’s degree in engineering or environmental studies and considerable experience using LCA tools such as SimaPro or GaBi, LCI datasets, and environmental impact assessment methods, as well as working knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials. Experience in assessing agricultural-based emissions is a plus. Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills are a must.

Qualified candidates will also be familiar with the WRI/WBCSD GHG Corporate Protocol, ISO 14040, PAS2050 and the draft WRI/WBCSD Product LCA Standard. Candidates must also be prepared to contribute the following:

    * Contribute to client engagements that focus on technical product life cycle assessments, corporate emissions inventory development, environmental policies, energy and environmental strategies and compliance programs;
    * Develop proficiency in sourcing, reviewing and manipulating large life cycle inventory, energy and emissions datasets using spreadsheet and database applications;
    * Participate in the development of proposals and other marketing materials;
    * Author technical project deliverables;
    * Contribute towards quality control efforts related to products and services in your area of technical expertise;
    * Travel to domestic and foreign sites as deemed appropriate by senior management