Marine Associate Researcher/Researcher (Berlin)

The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) is an award-winning, independent, global, non-profit research organization that provides data-driven research to advance policies that reduce the health and environmental impacts of the transportation sector. The ICCT offers a mission-driven and culturally diverse workplace where intelligence, flexibility, transparency, and good humor are highly valued. Join our team of talented researchers and operations staff with offices in Beijing, Berlin, New Delhi, San Francisco, São Paulo, and Washington D.C.

The ICCT is seeking a self-motivated and dedicated Associate Researcher or Researcher to support a broad range of projects focused on decarbonization of the maritime sector, including alternative fuels and climate& health related impact assessments. The position will have a strong emphasis on policy development within the European Union and the International Maritime Organization. Examples of relevant work can be found on the ICCT's MaritimeTeampage.

This is a full-time position based in Germany, France, Sweden, or Ireland, with the condition of spending at least the first 6 months in Berlin, Germany.

Position Levels:

• AssociateResearcher
• Researcher

You Will

Associate Researcher Level:

• Conduct research ontheEuropean Union’s and IMO’sgoals and policies for decarbonizingthemaritimeshipping sector.
• Analyze energy use and emissions from domestic and international shipping, compare policy alternatives,and develop recommendations to decarbonize maritime shipping and reduce air pollution.
• Write clear and concisepublicationsto summarize ICCT’s research for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Present research findings internally andexternally.
• Help organize outreach activities such as briefings, meetings, and workshops.
• Engageand collaboratewith external stakeholders, including government entities andNGOs.
• Review other colleagues’ work as well as consultants’ work on program projects.

Researcher Level:

• Conduct andsometimesleadresearch ontheEuropean Union’sand IMO’sgoals and policies for decarbonizingthemaritimeshippingsector.
• Analyzeenergy use and emissions from domestic and international shipping, compare policy alternatives,and develop recommendations to decarbonize maritime shipping and reduce air pollution.
• Write clear and concisepublicationsto summarize ICCT’s research for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Presentresearch findings internally andexternally,includingtoEU and IMOdecision-makers.
• Help organize outreach activities such as briefings, meetings, and workshops.
• Engageand collaboratewith external stakeholders, including government entities and NGOs.
• Review other colleagues’ work as well as consultants’ work on program projects

You Have

Associate Researcher Level:

• Bachelor’s degreeorhigherin engineering, transportation, economics, environmental science, public policy, ora relatedfield.

Researcher Level:

• Master’s degree or higherin engineering, transportation,economics,environmental science,public policy,orarelatedfield.

• Familiarity with environmental and energy challenges in the marital shipping sector

• Associate Researcher or Researcher Level:

• Exceptionalquantitative, analytical, and research skills, with a demonstrated ability tounderstandhighly technicalinformation, draw policy-relevant conclusions, and communicaterecommendations todecision-makers.
• Big data analysis or econometricmodelingexperience(preferred)
• Advancedproficiencyin MS Office, especially Excel, andstrong programming experience in Python or similar(preferred).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Fluency inEnglish isrequired;fluency inGermanwould be an asset.

To be successful in our environment, you must be intellectually curious, self-directed, and able to work effectively with people from across the globe. You must be able to connect research to policy and translate technical information to stakeholders.Occasionaldomestic (withintheEU) and international travelwill be required.

What we offer:

Our preference is for the candidate to work out of our office in the heart of Berlin, Germany. However, following an initial minimum6-month orientation training in our Berlin office, candidates may apply to work from elsewhere within Germany, France,Ireland, or Sweden, with the requirement to regularly visit the Berlin office. This position offers an annual starting salary of EUR70,000for Associate Researcher or EUR 84,000 for Researcher(40 hours/week if working from Germany), depending on your level of experience.Weoffer an initial 2-year contract, with the possibility of extension depending on organizational resources and performance. The ICCT provides an excellent benefits package including hybrid/remote work flexibilities, transportation subsidies, professional development opportunities,home-officeallowances,and other benefits.

Applications received by September 30, 2026, will receive priority consideration. The position will remain open until filled.

We are committed to equal employmentopportunities, regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We take pride in being an equal-opportunity workplace.