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United Nations Environment Programme

Green and Sustainable Chemicals Expert

LocationHome-based / Working remotely
SetupRemote
LevelMid
Posted1d ago
Engineering & Technology

Quick answer

The United Nations Environment Programme is hiring a remote mid-level Green and Sustainable Chemicals Expert to develop guidelines on the application of green and sustainable chemistry principles across the life-cycle of electric vehicles, paying not specified.

Role
Green and Sustainable Chemicals Expert
Organization
United Nations Environment Programme
Location
Home-based / Working remotely
Work setup
Remote
Level
Mid
Category
Engineering & Technology

The role

The United Nations Environment Programme is seeking a Green and Sustainable Chemicals Expert to develop comprehensive guidelines on the application of green and sustainable chemistry principles across the life-cycle of electric vehicles.

What you'll do

  • Conduct a comprehensive literature and policy review
  • Assess environmental and chemical risks across the EV life-cycle
  • Map EV material flows and life-cycle stages
  • Identify best practices and case studies
  • Develop practical guidelines
  • Draft and finalize the guidance document

What it takes

  • Advanced university degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, green chemistry, environmental science, materials science, waste management, sustainable materials, or a closely related discipline
  • Minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional experience in sustainable chemistry, chemicals management, environmental management, or closely related fields
  • Experience with EV battery chemistries, battery manufacturing, and recycling technologies
  • Experience applying life-cycle approaches, material flow analysis, or similar methodologies
  • Proven knowledge of chemical risk assessment and management
  • Experience assessing or advising on collection systems, dismantling practices, recycling technologies, and environmentally sound management of EV batteries, electronic waste, or hazardous waste streams

What you'll bring

Advanced knowledge of green and sustainable chemistry principlesExperience in chemicals management and environmental managementExpertise in EV battery chemistries and recycling technologiesExperience with life-cycle approaches and material flow analysisKnowledge of chemical risk assessment and managementExperience in developing technical guidance and policy recommendations

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

Home-based / Working remotely

What are the key qualifications required?

Advanced university degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, green chemistry, environmental science, materials science, waste management, sustainable materials, or a closely related discipline, and minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional experience in sustainable chemistry, chemicals management, environmental management, or closely related fields.

How or by when to apply?

Apply by visiting the provided link: https://inspira.un.org/psp/PUNA1J/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/UN_CUSTOMIZATIONS.UN_JOB_DETAIL.GBL?Action=A&UNAction=Apply&JobOpeningId=283640&languageCd=ENG

How to apply

Apply directly on United Nations Environment Programme's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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