Carbon Yield is a small, dynamic company at the forefront of agriculture and climate innovation. We specialize in creating and implementing carbon programs, primarily corporate scope 3 and supply chain programs and government opportunities to help farmers get paid for adopting regenerative and climate-smart agricultural practices. We aim to support farmers' resilience to climate change and create more equitable and sustainable food systems. Our team is supportive and tight-knit, valuing new ideas, innovative approaches, and collaboration to achieve our goals.
Current Roles
SENior Data Analyst
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: $85,000- $95,000 per year
Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Data Scientist with a strong technical skillset and a passion for solving complex data challenges. In this role, you will be an integral part of our data team and will collaborate closely with the COO and Research Analyst to support various projects, contribute to our expanding app, and ensure seamless data integration and analysis. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in handling messy and unstandardized data, a proactive and adaptable mindset, and a collaborative spirit.
Key Responsibilities
Data Processing and Automation:
Perform quality control and validation of geospatial data using tools such as QGIS and Google Earth Engine, ensuring compliance with industry standards and the needs of Climate Trace’s agriculture sector.
Develop and execute scripts to transform agricultural and environmental datasets for compatibility with carbon modeling systems, ensuring seamless data exchange with stakeholders.
Develop and maintain Python and SQL-based tools to process, clean, and analyze agricultural and environmental data.
Automate data pipelines and workflows to improve efficiency and scalability.
Explore and apply AI/ML techniques for predictive analytics and data insights.
Application and Program Development:
Collaborate with our contractors, including our data engineering team and UI/UX designer, to update and enhance the functionality of our custom data collection app.
Design and implement robust data solutions to support USDA Climate-Smart Commodity grants in partnership with the Data Analyst.
Design and implement GIS workflows to map and analyze spatial data relevant to carbon and agricultural programs.
Data Schema and Gap Analysis
Collaborate with the Data Analyst to create robust and flexible data schemas based on project goals, reporting metrics, and available data collection technologies.
Identify and tackle gaps in existing internal and project data schemas where additional data points could improve outcomes.
Stay current on emerging agricultural data and, when appropriate, draw from public datasets and journal articles to enrich Carbon Yield's work.
Find creative ways to integrate various differently structured environmental and agricultural datasets to create new insights.
Communication and Documentation:
Develop clear, compelling reports and presentations for both technical and non-technical audiences, creatively summarizing quantitative and qualitative analysis.
Use spreadsheet tools to organize, track, and communicate technical research insights.
Draft survey questions and interview guides for corporate and agricultural stakeholders.
Contribute to the development of strategic frameworks and toolkits for regenerative agriculture programs.
Author technical documents to support effective communication with partners and stakeholders.
Communicate simply and clearly by email and in reports, slides, presentations, technical writing, and emails.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
8+ years of professional experience in data science, data engineering, or a related field
Proficiency in Python and SQL, with a demonstrated ability to write clean, efficient code
Proven experience with GIS tools and geospatial data analysis
Knowledge of automation techniques and tools for data pipelines
Familiarity with AI/ML applications and frameworks
Proven ability to work with unstructured and messy datasets
Strong collaborative skills and ability to work efficiently as part of a dynamic team
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong data visualization skills, with the ability to present insights clearly and effectively
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a remote environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree (or equivalent work experience) in a relevant field
Experience in the agriculture or environmental sectors
Familiarity with carbon offset and climate-smart agricultural programs
Experience working with app development teams
What We Offer:
Competitive salary of $85,000- $95,000 per year
Remote work flexibility
Unlimited flexible time off with a yearly minimum of 3 weeks PTO
Paid family and medical leave
Health insurance coverage
Opportunities to work on impactful, cutting-edge projects in the agriculture and climate space
A collaborative and supportive team environment that values new ideas and innovative thinking
The chance to contribute to a mission-driven organization that supports farmers and builds more sustainable food systems
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to admin@carbon-yield.com. Applications are due by June 25.
Carbon Yield celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Research Analyst
Company: Carbon Yield
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 per year
Position Overview: We are seeking a Research Analyst with strong analytical skills and a passion for sustainable agriculture and climate solutions. In this role, you will collaborate closely with our team to conduct and synthesize research on emissions reduction opportunities in agriculture, corporate sustainability initiatives, and regenerative farming practices. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in market analysis, a proactive and adaptable mindset, and excellent communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
Research and Problem-Solving:
Champion client-funded projects, including investigations of agricultural supply chains, corporate buyers of regenerative farm outputs, and buyer priorities, interests, and market potential for regenerative commodities.
Support Carbon Yield’s project work, empowering co-ops and brands to implement conservation programs.
Analyze risks and opportunities for impact within corporate sustainability commitments and carbon footprint reduction goals.
Track and analyze current and emerging regenerative agriculture initiatives and programs.
Assist in developing GHG baselines and estimating potential project outcomes by commodity potentially using LCA (Life Cycle Analysis) techniques and emissions factors from existing studies.
Strategy & Analysis:
Create and maintain a database of corporate buyers and supply chain initiatives in regenerative agriculture.
Research and document corporate co-investment in regenerative agriculture.
Stay up-to-date on similar regenerative initiatives to identify potential partnership opportunities and evaluate the effectiveness of different program structures.
Communication and Documentation:
Develop clear, compelling reports and presentations for both technical and non-technical audiences, summarizing quantitative and qualitative analysis.
Use spreadsheet tools to organize, track, and communicate technical research insights.
Draft survey questions and interview guides for corporate and agricultural stakeholders.
Contribute to the development of strategic frameworks and toolkits for regenerative agriculture programs.
Author technical documents to support effective communication with partners and stakeholders.
Communicate simply and clearly by email and in reports, slides, presentations, technical writing, and emails.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Agriculture, Business, Economics, or a related field OR equivalent work experience
8+ years of professional experience in research, market analysis, or sustainability reporting
Strong research and analytical skills with attention to detail
Experience with data collection, organization, and simple analysis and visualization.
Ability to effectively use spreadsheet tools, including Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insights
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a remote environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience
Experience in agriculture or environmental sector
Quantitative research analysis skills such as a data science or statistical background
Familiarity with and ability to interpret emissions calculations, including models and LCA-based studies
Familiarity with carbon offset/insets and climate-smart or regenerative agricultural programs
Understanding of corporate sustainability reporting and ESG frameworks
Experience conducting stakeholder interviews and surveys
What We Offer:
Competitive salary of $75,000-$85,000 per year
Remote work flexibility
Unlimited flexible time off with a yearly minimum of 3 weeks PTO
Paid family and medical leave
Health insurance coverage or stipend for existing coverage
Opportunities to work on impactful, cutting-edge projects in the agriculture and climate space
A collaborative and supportive remote team environment that values new ideas and innovative thinking
The chance to contribute to a mission-driven organization that supports farmers and builds more sustainable food systems
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to admin@carbon-yield.com. Applications are due by June 20.
Carbon Yield celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.