Post-Doctoral Fellow for Air Quality
Job Responsibilities
The candidate will handle a range of responsibilities. Some of the key responsibilities will include:
- Research design, air quality sampling (collection of data through regulatory grade and low-cost instruments), air quality data analysis, source apportionment study, development of emissions inventory, root cause analysis of air pollution.
- Technical reports and paper writing.
- Liaise with science experts in Indonesia (CAC project partners), global experts, and researchers to facilitate the development of high-quality research and pilot design.
Job Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering/Civil Engineering/Atmospheric Sciences/Aerosol Science/Physics/Climate Sciences or a related quantitative field.
- Strong background in atmospheric science, air quality sampling, air quality research.
- Significant background in handling and processing large data sets.
- Good experience in field experiment environmental sensing/measurement.
- Work experience (desirable) with knowledge and use of air quality instruments is desirable after/during Ph.D. International work/study experience will be valuable.
- Demonstrated exceptional ability (through published work, articles, etc.) to write and comprehend effectively
- Strong analytical research skills-ability to communicate complex concepts clearly, both orally and in writing, with English fluency.
- Willingness to travel frequently to Jakarta for project activities if needed; Proximity to Jakarta is desirable
Contract Arrangement:
- The appointment for this position is for 2 (two) years. The initial appointment will be set for 1 year period and the contract extension for Year 2 will be given upon a successful individual performance evaluation.
- This position is purely temporary on a contractual basis.
Deliverables
- Successful implementation of air quality of research, including research design, air quality sampling (collection of data through regulatory grade and low-cost instruments) and data analysis
- Wrote technical quarterly reports on study results
- Successful engagements with key air quality and atmospheric scientists
Term of Payment
Terms of payment will be deliverable-based with detail as follow:
| Deliverables | Amount of Payment (% of total payment) | Timeline |
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25% | Q1 |
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25% | Q2 |
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25% | Q3 |
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25% | Q4 |
Note:
- The terms of payment for Year 2 will be determined further upon the Year 2 contract signing.
- Payment will be paid upon completion and approval on each deliverable
Selection process:
- Interested candidates should submit a CV and expected fee / quotation of services along with a cover letter through this career portal.
- Shortlisted candidates will be selected from among those expressing interest in the role and invited for an interview in July 2021.
- Candidates will also be required to produce a writing sample when needed
Must have authorization to work in Indonesia to be eligible for this position.
Consultant rate: Consultant rate is commensurate with experience and skills.
Qualified applicants should apply online through WRI career portal in order to be formally considered.