About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

10

The Role: Climate Scientist, Physical Impacts

The Team: S&P Global’s Sustainable1 (S1) is part of Commodity Insights and serves as the centralized source for critical sustainability intelligence at S&P Global. This role is situated within the Science team of the Climate Center of Excellence. The Science team delivers cutting-edge scientific insights to enhance S&P Global products, assisting financial institutions, companies, and governments in measuring and managing the financial risks associated with climate change. Comprising experienced climate scientists, the Science team engages in pioneering applied research focused on the physical and economic impacts of climate change. They work on forward-looking initiatives that address emerging needs in climate risk analysis.

The Impact: The Climate Center of Excellence's mission is to integrate climate information into global decision-making processes. We believe that this integration will expedite a sustainable and equitable transition to a low-carbon economy and enhance resilience against the most significant challenges of our time. Tackling this enormous challenge requires the combination of advanced physical science with sophisticated economic and financial modeling.

What’s in it for you: The successful candidate will have the opportunity to join a dedicated team of leading scientists in a rapidly expanding field that is crucial for addressing some of the world’s most pressing challenges. This field is experiencing significant growth, highlighting its importance in driving sustainable solutions. The successful applicant will gain valuable exposure to innovative modeling and data methodologies, equipping them with skills that are broadly applicable in future projects and enhancing their professional development in this dynamic landscape.

Responsibilities:

• Join the science team to drive the development of innovative models, including event-driven hazard models and probabilistic techniques that address correlations among various hazards.
• Create hazard models for emerging climate impacts, such as tipping-point effects, cascading hazards, and landslides.
• Assess and validate the outcomes of hazard models.
• Lead and/or contribute to the preparation of technical reports and academic publications.
• Stay updated with the latest scientific literature pertinent to our modeling efforts.
• Collaborate with the Customer Success team and the Product team to enhance the technical understanding of current methodologies and the development of improved techniques.
• Present research findings to customers and at scientific conferences.

Basic Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in the quantitative analysis of climate-related geophysical phenomena and their associated data.
• Strong commitment to data integrity with a keen attention to detail and consistency.
• Highly organized, capable of managing projects independently while meeting deadlines.
• Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate successfully within a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Climate or Atmospheric Science, or a related Physical Science, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Proficient in utilizing the latest global climate model data sets.
• Skilled in statistical and probabilistic analysis of extensive geophysical data sets.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for a multi-disciplinary approach to understanding physical climate impacts, particularly in relation to their integration into socio-economic modeling.
• Committed to a hands-on research approach, with proficiency in R and/or Python, along with experience in Unix-based computing environments.

Compensation/Benefits Information (US Applicants Only): S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $90,387-$110,000. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.  This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits that we provide to our employees, please click here.

Right to Work Requirements: This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States, Canada, Spain or the United Kingdom.

About Sustainable 1

S&P Global’s centralized source for sustainability intelligence, Sustainable1 offers comprehensive coverage of global markets combined with sustainability products, insights and solutions from across our divisions to help customers assess risks, uncover opportunities and inform long-term sustainable growth. Companies, governments and institutions worldwide look to us for in-depth data, and well-informed points of view on critical topics like energy transition, climate resilience, positive impact, and sustainable finance. The breadth and depth of our knowledge and experience go deep on the details that define the big picture so customers can act with conviction.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/sustainable1

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:
 

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Inclusive Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

S&P Global has a Securities Disclosure and Trading Policy (“the Policy”) that seeks to mitigate conflicts of interest by monitoring and placing restrictions on personal securities holding and trading. The Policy is designed to promote compliance with global regulations. In some Divisions, pursuant to the Policy’s requirements, candidates at S&P Global may be asked to disclose securities holdings. Some roles may include a trading prohibition and remediation of positions when there is an effective or potential conflict of interest. Employment at S&P Global is contingent upon compliance with the Policy. 

20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), IFTECH202.1 - Middle Professional Tier I (EEO Job Group), SWP Priority – Ratings - (Strategic Workforce Planning)

Job ID: 314567
Posted On: 2025-04-15
Location: New York, New York, United States

Salary : $90,387 - $110,000