Research Assistant, Transition Pathway Initiative Centre (TPI Centre)

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This post is full-time, fixed-term until 31 May 2026, with a possibility of extension subject to further funding.

The TPI Centre is an independent, authoritative source of research and data on the progress of corporate and sovereign entities in transitioning to a low-carbon economy. It is the academic partner of the Transition Pathway Initiative, a global initiative aimed at helping investors assess companies’ preparedness for the transition and supporting efforts to address climate change.

The role will be based within the Carbon Performance or Climate Action 100+ (CA100+) team. Carbon Performance assesses corporate progress towards a low-carbon economy. The team develops emissions pathways for companies across 12 high-emitting sectors and ensures these benchmarks align with the latest climate modelling. This data is used by investors to inform engagement strategies, assess portfolio alignment, and drive capital toward credible transition leaders. The TPI Centre is one of the main data providers to CA100+, an investor-led initiative to ensure the world’s largest corporate greenhouse gas emitters take necessary action on climate change. The CA100+ Net Zero Company Benchmark aims to drive corporate climate action through investor-driven engagements.

This role is to provide high-quality analysis by:

• Assessing companies’ greenhouse gas emissions pathways against low-carbon benchmark scenarios.
• Evaluating whether companies’ current and planned future emissions are aligned with international climate targets and national climate pledges, including those made as part of the Paris Agreement.
• Collecting, processing and performing quality checks on data.
• Contributing to the development of bespoke methodologies and report writing.
• Engaging with external stakeholders.

Candidates should have:

• Undergraduate degree in environmental economics/finance, environmental/energy policy, corporate sustainability, economics, finance, management, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to produce high-quality research and analysis in a timely manner, including the ability to analyse complex ideas and apply appropriate methods.
• Proficient IT skills, including advanced Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc., for creating and developing databases and related publications.

We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave, hybrid working and excellent training and development opportunities.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 15 June 2025 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a set of quantitative and qualitative tasks. Interviews are anticipated to be held online in June/July 2025. We anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the advert once a sufficient number of applications are received. If you delete or withdraw your application, you will not be able to re-apply for this vacancy. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview.