Senior Climate Researcher & Grantmaker

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Climate Researcher & Grantmaker based in the United States.

The Senior Climate Researcher & Grantmaker will shape evidence-based funding strategies to maximize the global impact of climate philanthropy. This senior role combines rigorous research, quantitative modeling, and strategic grantmaking to help direct significant funding toward the most effective climate interventions. You will assess diverse technologies, policies, and decarbonization strategies, identifying opportunities where philanthropic capital can drive meaningful change. Working closely with research and grantmaking colleagues, you will evaluate complex funding proposals, develop innovative analytical frameworks, and translate findings into actionable recommendations. You will also build relationships with climate experts, funders, and policymakers while representing the team's research at major industry events. This is an opportunity to influence global climate priorities within a collaborative, intellectually curious environment that values independent thinking, methodological innovation, and measurable real-world impact.