Cynthia Randles
Andes,NY
Summary
Dynamic scientific leader with a strong track record in industry, civil society, and academia, specializing in strategic planning and innovation management. Proven success in driving business growth through cross-functional collaborations, notably at Scepter, Inc. with science and policy initiatives, the pioneering Methane Alert and Response System at UNEP, and leading international research teams on climate issues at ExxonMobil. Core competencies include critical thinking and public speaking, consistently delivering impactful results while advancing scientific excellence.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President of Science and Policy
Scepter, Inc.
San Francisco
07.2024 - Current
- Provided scientific organizational leadership and collaborated with executive partners to establish long-term goals, strategies, and company policies.
- Delivered value-focused, scientifically accurate messaging tailored for potential investors, executives, and decision-makers.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define requirements for new products or services.
- Identified opportunities for business growth by assessing customer needs and competitive positioning.
- Developed detailed materials complying with technical standards for various patents, reports, and studies.
Program Manager
UNEP International Methane Emissions Observatory
Paris, France
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Pioneered the deployment of the Methane Alert and Response System (MARS), enabling rapid identification and notification of significant methane releases to stakeholders.
- Collaborated with international government entities and NGOs to establish alert processes for industry operators.
- Led the recruitment, training, and development of program staff, building high-performing teams committed to achieving program success.
- Drafted reports and scientific publications highlighting key milestones achieved throughout the program lifecycle.
- Organized events such as conferences or seminars to promote awareness around specific topics relevant to the organization's mission statement.
Advanced Research Associate
ExxonMobil Research and Engineering
Annandale, NJ
05.2016 - 06.2022
- Provided climate science thought leadership to the executive committee to aid in strategic decision-making.
- Managed international collaborations with academia, industry, and national labs on company-sponsored climate studies and initiatives.
- Made substantial contributions to high-impact scientific journal publications and international climate science reports.
Assistant Research Scientist
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center
Greenbelt, MD
10.2007 - 04.2016
- Conducted original research on global aerosol modeling, aerosol-climate interactions, and aerosol data assimilation.
- Authored and co-authored articles published in academic journals, presented at professional meetings, and technical documents published by NASA.
- Provided technical modeling support for NASA field campaigns.
Education
Ph.D. - Atmospheric And Oceanic Sciences
Princeton University
Princeton10-2007
Bachelor of Science - Earth, Atmospheric And Planetary Science
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Boston, MA06-2000
Skills
- Negotiation and persuasion
- Critical thinking
- Strategic planning
- Market trends and analysis
- Innovation management
- Business growth and marketing strategies
- Public speaking
- Portfolio optimization
- Team leadership
- Results-driven
- Proposal writing
- Presentations
- Decision-making
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Vice President of Science and Policy
Scepter, Inc.
07.2024 - Current
Program Manager
UNEP International Methane Emissions Observatory
06.2023 - 07.2024
Advanced Research Associate
ExxonMobil Research and Engineering
05.2016 - 06.2022
Assistant Research Scientist
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center
10.2007 - 04.2016
Ph.D. - Atmospheric And Oceanic Sciences
Princeton University
Bachelor of Science - Earth, Atmospheric And Planetary Science
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
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