UNPAID VOLUNTEER - Principal Research Officer - Circular Economy

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate research on circular economy policies and resource management
• Conduct primary and secondary qualitative and quantitative research
• Investigate AI, blockchain and IoT applications to circular economy solutions
• Develop research proposals, policy briefs and technical reports
• Evaluate circular economy strategies and resource efficiency opportunities
• Provide research guidance to Research Officers and working groups
• Identify research collaboration and strategic partnership opportunities
• Present findings through webinars, conferences and technical meetings

Requirements

• Strong analytical, research and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to design and conduct independent research
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Ability to communicate complex findings to policymakers and non-specialists
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and research or data-analysis tools
• Ability to work independently within a remote, distributed team

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in environmental science, sustainability or a related field
• Knowledge of ISO 59004, ISO 59010 and ISO 59020
• Lifecycle assessment experience (ISO 14040 and ISO 14044)
• GIS experience, including ArcGIS
• Knowledge of an additional international language

Benefits

• Unpaid volunteer position with opportunities to build international professional networks
• Experience with a fully remote, globally distributed organisation

About the Company

DTID is an international non-profit institute advancing responsible use of AI, blockchain and digital technologies for sustainable development.