Exciting Opportunity for Climate Change Experts: Science Officer Role at IPCC Working Group II in Singapore @IPCC

Overview

Join the IPCC as a Science Officer in the Working Group II Technical Support Unit based at the College of the Integrative Studies, Singapore.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in scoping, preparing, reviewing, and finalizing the IPCC Special Report on Cities and Climate Change.
• Support the development of the Working Group II Assessment Report of the 7th Assessment Cycle.
• Ensure the scientific integrity and quality of IPCC reports.
• Facilitate planning, conduct, and reporting of IPCC meetings, workshops, and expert sessions.
• Contribute scientifically to meetings to promote informed decision-making.
• Develop and implement scientific plans, including technical guidelines for assessing climate impacts and adaptation strategies.
• Support the creation of outreach materials to communicate scientific findings effectively to stakeholders.
• Assist in reporting scientific outcomes of activities and meetings.
• Engage in other assigned tasks supporting the objectives of Working Group II.

Requirements

• Recent PhD or Master’s degree in climate change impacts, adaptation, or vulnerability.
• Minimum of 2 years’ post-degree work experience.
• Proven record of scientific publications related to climate adaptation or Working Group II topics.
• Experience working within multi-disciplinary and multicultural teams.
• Strong scientific report writing and editing skills.
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking capabilities.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, suitable for academic publishing.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work under pressure with precision and efficiency.
• Willingness to travel internationally for meetings and workshops.
• Experience with UN processes, especially IPCC, is advantageous.

Benefits

Attractive benefits, competitive compensation, and extensive development opportunities.

Location

Singapore

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications through the official IPCC link:

Apply Here

Deadline

May 1, 2026