Marine Associate Researcher/Researcher (Berlin) (Maritime Decarbonization)

Location: Germany, France, Sweden, or Ireland, with at least the first 6 months in the Berlin, Germany office and regular Berlin office visits thereafter

Salary: EUR 70,000 annual starting salary for Associate Researcher or EUR 84,000 for Researcher, depending on level and experience.

Company

The hirify.global is an independent global nonprofit research organization advancing data-driven policies to reduce the health and environmental impacts of transportation.

What you will do

• Research European Union and International Maritime Organization goals and policies for decarbonizing maritime shipping.
• Analyze energy use and emissions from domestic and international shipping.
• Compare policy alternatives and develop recommendations to decarbonize shipping and reduce air pollution.
• Write publications for technical and non-technical audiences and present findings internally and externally.
• Organize briefings, meetings, and workshops and collaborate with governments, NGOs, and other stakeholders.
• Review work produced by colleagues and consultants; at Researcher level, sometimes lead research projects.

Requirements

• Associate Researcher: bachelor’s degree or higher; Researcher: master’s degree or higher in engineering, transportation, economics, environmental science, public policy, or a related field.
• Familiarity with environmental and energy challenges in maritime shipping.
• Exceptional quantitative, analytical, and research skills, including the ability to interpret technical information and draw policy-relevant conclusions.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Ability to work effectively with international colleagues and travel occasionally within the EU and internationally.

Nice to have

• Big data analysis or econometric modeling experience.
• Advanced MS Office skills, especially Excel.
• Strong programming experience in Python or a similar language.
• Fluency in German.

Culture & Benefits

• Mission-driven, culturally diverse workplace valuing intelligence, flexibility, transparency, and good humor.
• Hybrid and remote work flexibility after the initial Berlin orientation period, with regular Berlin office visits.
• Transportation subsidies and home-office allowances.
• Professional development opportunities and a benefits package.
• Initial 2-year contract with possible extension based on organizational resources and performance.

Hiring process

• Submit a resume, cover letter, up to two writing samples or technical research publications, and three professional or academic references.
• Include an ideal start date; applications received by September 30, 2026, receive priority consideration.