Job description
<strong>Company Description</strong> Concawe is a European research association created by leading oil companies to address environmental issues relevant to the refining and downstream oil industry. Its membership now includes most oil companies operating in Europe, and its work spans fuels and emissions, air and water quality, soil contamination, waste, occupational health and safety, and petroleum product stewardship. Concawe’s mission is to deliver impartial scientific information that supports better understanding of environmental, health, safety, and economic aspects of petroleum refining and product use, and to inform cost-effective EU policies and member company compliance. The organization operates with a strong commitment to sound science, transparency, and cost-effectiveness, and collaborates widely with other sector associations and international bodies. Concawe holds observer status at UNECE, the OSPAR Commission, and WHO, and actively contributes to EU Commission initiatives within its fields of activity.<br><strong>Role Description</strong> The Scientific Officer Air Quality will lead and coordinate research and analysis related to air quality, emissions, and their impacts in the context of petroleum refining and product use. This full-time hybrid role is based in Brussels, with the flexibility to perform part of the work from home. Day-to-day responsibilities include designing and managing scientific studies, evaluating air quality data and modeling results, and preparing technical reports, publications, and briefings for internal and external stakeholders. The role involves supporting the development of evidence-based positions for Concawe on EU air quality policies and regulations, engaging with partner organizations and expert groups, and contributing scientific input to consultations and working groups. The Scientific Officer will also collaborate with member companies, coordinate project teams and contractors, and present findings at conferences, workshops, and stakeholder meetings.<br><strong>Qualifications<br></strong> <ul><li>Strong scientific background with expertise in Science and Physics, ideally applied to environmental or air quality topics.</li><li>Proven Research skills, including study design, data analysis, and interpretation of complex scientific findings.</li><li>Experience in Project Management, with the ability to plan, coordinate, and deliver multi-stakeholder research projects on time and within budget.</li><li>Exposure to University Teaching or academic collaboration, demonstrating ability to communicate complex scientific concepts clearly and effectively.</li><li>Advanced degree (PhD or Master’s) in environmental science, physics, atmospheric science, or a closely related field.</li><li>Familiarity with European environmental and air quality legislation and policy processes is highly beneficial.</li><li>Strong written and oral communication skills in English; additional European languages are an asset.</li><li>Ability to work in an international, multidisciplinary environment, with a collaborative and inclusive approach.</li><li>Experience with air quality modeling, emission inventories, or related analytical tools is an advantage.</li></ul>