Atmospheric Scientist – IMEO Consultant

About the role

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is seeking an IMEO Atmospheric Scientist consultant to support methane science studies in the coal sector. The role focuses on data analysis, inventory estimation, and the development of monitoring, reporting and verification (MRV) frameworks to improve the quality of coal‑sector methane data worldwide.

Key responsibilities

• Perform data analysis and write scientific manuscripts for coal‑sector methane projects.
• Calculate mine‑level inventory estimates and update the Coal Mine Methane Database.
• Assist in designing a MRV framework for the coal sector and produce a report recommending a Coal MRV approach for Colombia.
• Develop a strategy for a global assessment of methane emissions from abandoned and closed coal mines.
• Assess existing MRV approaches, identify gaps, and propose collaborative solutions involving academia, industry and government.
• Report progress and findings to the IMEO Science Studies Programme Manager.

Required profile

• Doctorate or equivalent in Engineering, Atmospheric Science or a related discipline.
• Minimum three years of professional experience in engineering or atmospheric science.
• Research experience in air‑quality science and emission inventory calculations for greenhouse‑gas sources.
• Strong scientific writing skills and ability to produce peer‑reviewed manuscripts.