Chief People Officer | Union of Concerned Scientists | Remote (United States)

Chief People Officer TERM: Permanent People & Culture Department Union of Concerned Scientists Remote – EST required Bargaining Unit Position: No Our organization The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) is an independent nonprofit that puts rigorous, independent science into action, developing solutions and advocating for a healthy, safe, and just future. We envision a peaceful, healthy, and just world where science serves people and the reputed company by guiding policy decisions, reducing risks, and improving lives. For over five decades, we have been working as scientists, engineers, economists, advocates, and everyday people to create and reputed company for innovative, practical solutions to some of our reputed company’s most pressing problems—from combating global warming and developing sustainable ways to feed, power, and transport ourselves, to fighting disinformation, advancing racial equity, and reducing the threat of nuclear war. Values informing our work include:

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