Business Systems Analyst (Climate Risk)

Mission :

Woodwell Climate Research Center (Woodwell Climate) conducts science for solutions at the nexus of climate, people, and nature. We partner with leaders and communities for just meaningful impact to address the climate crisis.

Woodwell Climate is a rapidly growing, top-ranked, independent non-profit climate research institute whose mission is to advance science-based climate policies through scientific research and outreach. Our world-leading research and impact helps individuals, organizations, corporations, communities, and nations understand the realities of climate change, recognize the impact on our planet, and embrace the urgent action needed to safeguard the future of life on Earth.

Summary :

Join Woodwell Climate's Risk & Resilience Program as a Business Systems Analyst (BSA), an exceptional opportunity to pivot a highly credible, $35M climate science and policy non-profit at a critical juncture in the financial world. As the team's Business Systems Analyst, you will help lead and launch a Science-as-a-Service (ScaaS) strategy with full agency to commercialize our deep scientific insight. Key initiatives include : immediately scaling our in-development Climate Impacts Mapping Tool (ScaaS / API) via subscription; establishing a consulting niche that applies asset-level data to solve complex financial challenges; and developing a globally recognized Climate Risk Certification for CFAs to set market standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong strategic & financial acumen, business development & partnership skills.

Responsibilities include but not limited to :

• Lead the organizational pivot from climate risk analytics data provider to strategic knowledge partner and standard-setter
• Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates user needs to create systems solutions that support overall business strategies
• Act as liaison between SDLC team and users and have both business and technical expertise
• Define and execute the Science-as-a-Service strategy, identifying and pursuing strategic partners, such as reinsurance, private markets, municipal finance, and utilities.
• Evaluates use cases and client needs to develop configurations that support business processes
• Prepares and delivers product demonstrations to prospects, customers, and decision makers within organizations.
• Maintains current product information and liaises with implementation teams to develop solutions and strategies for a successful deployment
• Documents systems requirements
• Provide post-sales support and information to resolve customer problems
• Provides training and end-user support during and after the implementation process
• Develop and execute a market plan for an open-source Climate Impacts Mapping Tool (ScaaS / API), defining competitive pricing tiers, user experience requirements, and client-facing documentation to drive subscription revenue growth
• Provides training and end-user support during and after the implementation process
• Identify and validate a specific, high-value consulting niche, designing standardized scopes of work and leading anchor pilot engagements that translate asset-level peril data into financially actionable advice (e.g., CapEx planning, insurance premium modeling).
• Lead the development and launch of the Climate Risk Certification program for CFAs. This includes drafting the Curriculum Body of Knowledge (BoK), defining the certification structure, and recruiting an external Vetting Panel for neutrality and credibility
• Construct and manage the financial model that integrates fee-for-service revenue (ScaaS and Consulting) with grant funding, demonstrating a clear path to organizational scale and long-term financial sustainability
• Communicate strategic plans and pilot results to the executive team, board members, and high-level external partners and regulators.
• Schedule own work and lead project implementation, coordinating closely with internal scientific and technical teams to ensure commercial viability
• Author and co-author associated strategic publications, presentations, and technical documents to establish the organization as a standard-setter and thought leader.

Must Have the Following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Qualifications :

Hours of Work

Work Environment :

The functions of this role are conducted indoors

Hours of Work :

Application review will begin ongoing

Desired Start Date : December 2025

Fixed-term : 2 years with potential for extension

Classification and Compensation : This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position, the annual salary range is $85,000 - 92,000 dependent on qualifications / experience. Woodwell offers a generous benefits package and work life balance.

Location : Falmouth, Massachusetts onsite, hybrid or remote.

Application Instructions : To apply, please send your cover letter addressing your experience and qualifications in relation to the responsibilities of this position and curriculum vitae as a single PDF to our career's portal.

Please visit Woodwell's website to learn more about Woodwell's work.

Located on a 10-acre campus near the village of Woods Hole, the Woodwell Climate Research Center (Woodwell) is a private, non-profit research center. Woodwell is a leading source of climate science that drives the urgent action needed to solve climate change. Woodwell has 100+ staff members and is excited to welcome new employees to this work.

Woodwell Climate is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental, or physical disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, or genetic information. Woodwell is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for all individuals in employment practices, services, programs, and activities.