Adaptation Specialist
Listed on 2026-01-24
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Research/Development
Research Scientist
Overview
CASE Consultants International is seeking an early career scientist with expertise in climate adaptation for the U.S. Global Change Research Program’s (USGCRP) National Coordination Office (NCO). This role involves providing scientific and coordination support to USGCRP’s interagency groups for climate adaptation, climate observations, climate services, and coordinating scientific assessments. The position is located at 1800 G Street in Washington, DC, with a flexible hybrid or remote work policy.
Key Responsibilities- Coordination and support of interagency groups (IG) and activities for the integration of research and services related to climate adaptation and resilience, as well as climate observations and indicators. Tasks include:
- Working with Federal IG co-chairs and USGRCP colleagues to conceptualize, plan, and execute working group meetings, including scheduling, materials development and distribution, and follow-up;
- Providing logistic, technical, and communication support for any activities (e.g., webinars, workshops, publication development) that the groups may undertake;
- Providing procedural guidance and support to author teams on reports including the National Climate Assessment, and supporting the National Climate Assessment through other ad hoc projects; and
- Contributing to and coordinating IG input to USGCRP mandated reports, including Our Changing Planet and Strategic Plan.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher, with at least 2 years of experience or equivalent in scientific research and/or program coordination;
Degree or work experience required related to climate and global change adaptation (e.g., research, implementation, data analysis, etc.).
Skills And Abilities
- Knowledge of fundamental adaptation concepts relevant to climate and global change required; experience in translating research for action and working on interdisciplinary teams is preferred;
- Ability to understand and utilize scientific and technical concepts in support of program coordination;
- Strong organizational and time management skills for meeting and project planning and execution;
- Experience working in a team environment;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Familiarity with climate model projections and downscaling research and concepts is preferred; and
- Experience working as part of a large institution and handling organizational bureaucracy is preferred
All interested candidates should complete the Candidate Information form:
CASE is a Small Business Administration (SBA)-certified Woman-owned Small Business (WOSB) and Hub Zone business, headquartered in Asheville, NC, focused on delivering impactful science and technology that help our clients do what they do better. CASE's mission extends beyond merely providing information — it is about delivering environmental intelligence that empowers our clients to make evidence-based decisions, fostering resilience, and actively contributing to a sustainable and responsible future.
We seek and hire talented people passionate about our planet. In addition to offering competitive pay and benefits, we cultivate an inclusive, collegial company culture that enables our employees and consultants to thrive professionally and personally. Our compensation packages include company-sponsored healthcare (medical, dental, and vision); paid leave; retirement plan; training and professional development; remote and flexible work; performance-based raises and bonuses;
and others.
CASE is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and cultivating talented professionals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives and a diverse, inclusive workplace in which our employees thrive. We equitably consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information as per .
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Benefits- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
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