Careers at GIS
Meet the needs of a fast-growing world with us.
The Golisano Institute for Sustainability (GIS) is a leading sustainability research and education organization at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT). Our institute is focused on finding novel ways to translate interdisciplinary research and education into the ideas, technologies, and connections that are helping decision-makers to meet the world’s growing needs.
Help the world move forward on sustainability with us.
Our six industry-facing applied research centers focus on sustainable manufacturing, energy, transportation, and buildings. Each year, more than 100 companies, government agencies, and other organizations engage GIS’s research centers to put technology and innovation to work for a sustainable future.
Solve for sustainability with us.
Simple, easy answers don’t work when it comes to solving complex environmental challenges. That’s why we are systems-level thinkers. Our goal at every step is to find sustainable and profitable pathways that allow more people to live better lives while managing the finite resources of our planet.
Get things done with us.
We are innovative problem-solvers and doers. Behind our work are some of today’s brightest minds in sustainable development. Our industry-seasoned engineers, technicians, and researchers work hand-in-hand with the institute’s internationally renowned academic faculty to advance the ideas and technologies shaping what sustainability will look like tomorrow.
Work—and grow—with us.
We are the perfect fit for professionals from across industry and academia in search of a uniquely dynamic, hands-on working environment that is driven at every level by problem-solving. Our faculty, researchers, and staff value the many opportunities to contribute their talents and hone their skills that our growing, project-based organization offers.
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Staff Positions
Green Chemistry Scientist II (9903BR)
The New York State Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) is seeking a sustainability driven and research-oriented Green Chemist to support our Green Chemistry and Emerging Contaminants Program. This role is ideal for a chemist or environmental scientist with a strong foundation in green chemistry, environmental health and toxicology, and analytical techniques, who is passionate about applying science to sustainability challenges across New York State industries
Senior Environmental Engineer (9833BR)
The NYS Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) at the Golisano Institute for Sustainability at Rochester Institute of Technology is seeking a Senior Environmental Engineer to lead the NYS Small Business Environmental Assistance Program (SBEAP). This position will help eligible small businesses in their efforts to comply with state and federal regulations by providing information and guidance regarding applicable air emissions regulations as well as source identification and quantification of air contaminants emitted by their facility. Reporting to the NYSP2I Director and working with the NYSP2I team, the Senior Environmental Engineer will provide expertise in state and federal air emissions regulations and how the regulations apply to each facility and business. In addition, this position will provide guidance on the completion of required air permitting forms, evaluation of emission control technologies, and identification of potential pollution prevention opportunities. This position will ensure relevant information is made available to small businesses across NYS and will develop strategies to assist as many businesses as possible across all affected industries, which may include preparing and updating fact sheets, developing calculation tools, calculating emissions, presenting at stakeholder events and developing and delivering training.
Associate Director (9829BR)
The NYS Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) at the Golisano Institute for Sustainability at Rochester Institute of Technology is seeking an Associate Director who will oversee, guide and help implement the various institute technical programs that provide hands-on pollution prevention (P2) technical assistance to industry in a variety of sectors, help accelerate green technology to market, and provide sustainable supply chain assistance to New York state companies. Reporting to the NYSP2I director, the Associate Director will oversee the Institute’s technical programs, ensuring their strategic direction and implementation deliver measurable results in support of the Institute’s mission. This position will lead a team of engineers, scientists, and program managers. The Associate Director will respond to requests from the director to provide data related to programs and to support strategic decisions. Responsibilities will also include managing and mentoring staff, ideating solutions, overseeing and conducting applied research and development projects, as well as seeking supplemental funding from state and federal entities to support these efforts.
Senior Engineer - Energy Systems (9620BR)
The Senior Engineer–Energy Systems position will primarily support industrial/manufacturing client programs of the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) at the Golisano Institute for Sustainability at RIT. The Senior Engineer will use their technical expertise and industry experience to facilitate the reduction of energy consumption in manufacturing and other industrial environments.
Senior Program Administrator - CIMS (9511BR)
This Senior Program Administrator position is responsible for grant and contract administration as well as project management support for the applied research center (CIMS) at the Golisano Institute for Sustainability (GIS) at Rochester Institute of Technology. The position works directly with the GIS technical director, collaborating on strategic planning for the Center of Excellence in Advanced and Sustainable Manufacturing (COE-ASM), including development of the annual work plan and commercialization plan. The Senior Program Administrator works closely with COE-ASM, Industry 4.0 Transition Assistance and other program managers, supporting program-level planning and goal setting, and reports to the GIS technical director on progress toward achieving overall goals.