Energy and Environment Analyst

About the role

The Energy and Environment Analyst position is an entry-level position within the Energy Modeling Program at SEI US. The program works to improve the quality and accessibility of the modeling behind the world's energy and climate policies, producing two of the most widely used energy and climate change mitigation modeling tools, LEAP and NEMO.

Responsibilities

• Data collection for model development, including researching and documenting sources, compiling data, and formatting data sets
• Statistical analyses to provide inputs for models, including calculating descriptive statistics and performing regressions
• Sustaining the LEAP and NEMO user communities, for example by answering questions, processing license requests, recording instructional videos, and developing and refining training exercises
• Stakeholder management and coordination, including written communications, scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and facilitating meeting logistics
• Developing content for internal and external presentations
• Contributing to technical reports and other written outputs, for example by developing text and graphics, preparing references, and formatting
• Assisting with training sessions for LEAP and NEMO
• Supporting the administration of the Energy Modeling Program, including internal program meetings, program reporting, and record-keeping

Requirements

• A bachelor's or higher-level degree in a discipline related to the position (natural sciences, engineering, computer science, economics, mathematics, statistics, or similar)
• Demonstrated quantitative skills and experience in data collection and analysis (at least 3 semester-long courses or equivalent work experience)
• Experience with computer programming, particularly for data analysis, quantitative modeling, and/or web development
• Fluency in spoken and written English, sufficient to collaborate closely with colleagues, author technical reports, and communicate directly with stakeholders and training participants
• Authorization to work in the United States

Desirable Qualifications

• Proficiency in one or more languages other than English
• Knowledge of energy and environmental modeling tools such as LEAP, NEMO, TIMES/MARKAL, OSeMOSYS, MESSAGE, or similar
• Experience as an instructor, teacher, or trainer
• Work as a consultant or in customer service

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, a 5% retirement match, and paid parental and family medical leave after one year of employment
• A welcoming work environment with flexible work schedules
• 10 holidays, 20 days of vacation, and 10 days of sick leave each year to start
• Your benefits are adjusted according to your FTE (full-time equivalency)
• SEI reimburses up to $5,000 of moving expenses

Who You Are

We're looking for someone with a keen interest in sustainability, modeling, capacity building, and interdisciplinary research. You should be motivated by SEI's mission to connect science and policy in support of sustainable development. In particular, you should want to apply your knowledge, skills, and talents to urgent energy and climate challenges. You will work in a close-knit team but will be asked to take the lead on specific tasks.

About SEI

SEI is an international not-for-profit research organization that has been engaged in environment and development issues at local, national, regional, and global levels since 1989. Our mission is to enable sustainable development by bridging science and policy and conducting integrated analysis that supports decision-makers. SEI works on cutting edge topics including climate change mitigation and adaptation, renewable energy, integrated energy and water resource modeling, short-lived climate pollutants, environmental governance, and sustainable production and consumption. SEI's approach is highly collaborative: stakeholder involvement is at the heart of our efforts to build capacity, strengthen institutions, and equip partners for the long term. We make sure our knowledge and findings are clearly communicated and accessible to decision-makers and civil society. We publish our own open access material in leading academic journals, and repackage our research to offer effective decision support. To promote debate and share knowledge, we convene decision-makers, academics, and practitioners, and we engage with policy processes, development action, and business practice throughout the world. SEI is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with additional centers in the United States, Colombia, Estonia, Kenya, Thailand, and the United Kingdom. Our US Center is a research affiliate of Tufts University; its main office is on the Tufts campus in Somerville, Massachusetts, and it maintains additional offices in Davis, California, and Seattle, Washington. SEI US is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and an inclusive work culture. We do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy and childbirth, breastfeeding, or reproductive health decision-making), marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, past or present status as a workers' compensation or whistleblower claimant, use of a service animal, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.