The Ratings team within MSCI Carbon Markets conducts in-depth independent assessments of the integrity of carbon projects to provide more transparency on the quality of carbon credits and help buyers and investors to overcome their key challenges in buying carbon credits. Through developing methodological frameworks for assessing project integrity and then reviewing and evaluating projects against that framework, the Ratings team aims to push the carbon markets to solve the key integrity challenges that it still faces.
Act as a technical expert on nature-based carbon projects, with a focus on agriculture, agroforestry, soil carbon, and regenerative farming systems.
Collaborate closely with MSCI’s carbon project integrity assessment team to evaluate and develop methodologies related to agricultural carbon projects.
Analyse market trends, policy developments, and scientific research relevant to agricultural mitigation strategies and their integration into carbon markets.
Produce clear, evidence-based insights for internal stakeholders and external clients through written reports, presentations, and occasional speaking engagements.
Stay abreast of best practices in additionality, permanence, and measurement, reporting and verification (MRV) standards for land-based carbon removals.
Higher degree (Masters) in agricultural sciences, soil science, environmental sciences, or a related field.
2+ years of relevant work experience in agriculture, conservation, sustainability consulting, carbon markets, or land management.
This role is for you if you are…
Passionate about sustainable agriculture, soil health, and the role of nature-based solutions in climate action
Curious and analytical, willing to dive into complex issues while maintaining a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach.
What we offer you
At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our purpose – to power better investment decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.
MSCI is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research, data, and technology, we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.
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