Role Overview:

veritree is seeking a Science & Research Coordinator to support the development of nature technology research and data methodologies. This role is ideal for an early-career professional with a strong interest in impact measurement in nature restoration. The role will contribute to research, copyediting, data analysis, and science operations while gaining experience at the intersection of technology and restoration science.

6 Month Key Outcomes (6mKOs)

1. Clean and analyze data: Process sensor and survey datasets from veritree’s restoration projects to generate actionable insights.
2. Research proposal development: Draft proposals to support R&D initiatives and external funding opportunities.
3. Product and data systems proficiency: Develop working knowledge of veritree’s products and data systems to independently pull reports/data and respond to internal and customer requests.
4. Documentation and reporting: Create clear, concise internal documentation about our projects, internal workflows, and processes. Also, create impact reports for our corporate partners.
   

What You’ll Do:

Research & Methodology Support

• Assist in the design and documentation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and research protocols across different ecosystems, including mangroves, agroforestry, wildfire restoration, urban forestry and kelp.

• Create documentation about internal processes and workflows.
• Contribute to literature reviews, methodology benchmarking, and updates on relevant nature tech innovations.
• Keep up to date with the latest research, initiatives, and market developments.
• Write impact reports for our corporate partners.

Science Administration & Operations

• Lead data entry, document organization, and file management across science projects.
• Track and organize research tasks, timelines, and partner communications as needed.
• Coordinate sensor (bioacoustics, trail cameras) deployment and work with on-the-ground teams to retrieve data.

Data Cleaning & Analytics

• Perform data cleaning and quality assurance checks on incoming datasets, ensuring consistency with metadata and standards.
• Conduct basic statistical or GIS analyses under guidance from science or data leads.

Content creation and copyediting

• Provide background research and copy editing support for grant proposals and marketing materials.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Sustainability, or a related field.

• Ability to synthesize peer-reviewed literature to develop white papers, reports, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)

• Demonstrated interest in carbon, sustainability, forestry, nature tech, or restoration monitoring.
• Proficiency in basic data analysis tools (Excel, Google Sheets; Python or R).
• Demonstrated expertise in writing and communicating scientific ideas for diverse audiences.
  

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods.
• Experience with GIS or spatial data platforms is a plus.
• Basic understanding of carbon, biodiversity, or social impact assessment frameworks.
  

Personal:

• Proactive, organized, and eager to learn in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.
• Passionate about nature restoration and climate action.
• Strong communication skills, especially in documenting processes and preparing summaries for internal use.
• Willingness to work across diverse tasks, from research to administrative responsibilities.
  
  

Only local candidates considered. Must be able to work from the office 3 times a week.

Benefits & Compensation Overview

At veritree, we recognize that compensation and performance development are key to attracting and retaining top talent. Our approach is grounded in fairness, transparency, and creating opportunities for growth as both our people and business scale.

Some highlights you can expect include:

• Competitive salary with a performance-driven framework that ensures fair and consistent compensation reviews, tied to individual impact and business growth
• Extended health, dental, and vision benefits
• Additional Health Spending Account (HSA) / Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) to support your well-being and lifestyle interests
• A variety of time-off programs, including vacation, personal days, and a 4-week remote work program each year
• Employee discount with tentree, our sister company
• A flexible, hybrid work environment designed for collaboration and focus-driven impact

veritree ensures that compensation is reviewed fairly and consistently, with opportunities for salary progression tied to sustained performance. As such, the salary range for this role is $65,000 to $75,000 CAD.

This range is positioned around the 50th-75th percentile of market data we’ve collected, reflecting our commitment to competitive pay. Final offer amounts are based on individual experience and skillset of the candidate demonstrated during the recruitment process.

We reserve the >75th percentile of our salary ranges for internal employees who demonstrate sustained high performance and impact at veritree.

veritree is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business needs.