Research Director - Climate
Public CitizenWashington, District of Columbia, United States
Posted September 4, 2025
105789 - 129080 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Public Citizen is a nonprofit consumer advocacy organization founded in 1971. We champion the public interest by defending democracy, resisting corporate power, and ensuring government serves the people rather than big corporations. With 400,000 members, we mobilize activists, watchdog Congress, sue when necessary, petition regulatory agencies, and conduct cutting-edge research to drive social justice and progressive reforms.
Job Description
Public Citizen is a national non-partisan, public interest group dedicated to holding governments and corporations accountable on issues like climate, finance, and trade. They seek a Research Director to lead investigative research projects, manage databases, and produce reports on climate change and related policies. The role involves collaboration with colleagues and leveraging research to inform public policy debates.
Requirements
- Conceptualize and develop strategic research agendas.
- Investigate policy issues using traditional investigative methods.
- Write time-sensitive reports and other materials.
- Maintain familiarity with policy issues and proposals.
- Collaborate with researchers and stakeholders.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Great medical and dental coverage
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick leave
- 401K plan
- Parental leave
- Sabbatical
- Student loan reimbursement program
