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Synapse Energy Economics · 15 hours ago

Associate

Cambridge, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$64K/yr - $96K/yr

2+ years exp

Synapse Energy Economics is a consulting company focused on providing rigorous analysis in the energy sector. They are seeking an ambitious researcher to perform economic analyses and support project work related to energy efficiency, renewable technologies, and electricity markets.

EnergyRenewable Energy

Culture & Values

No H1B

Responsibilities

Perform analytical and research tasks under the supervision of project manager or other team members

Research and analyze energy efficiency programs and strategies, as well as energy technology costs, savings, and market penetrations

Perform economic analysis, including cost-benefit analysis and job impact analyses, of energy resources

Maintain, use, and modify spreadsheet-based tools to analyze energy efficiency technologies, programs, and portfolios

Perform economic analysis, including cost-benefit analysis, of energy resources

Perform electric sector modeling tasks using various software and in-house models, including utility planning software and job and economic development impacts models

Qualification

Economic analysisData analysisMicrosoft ExcelResearch strategiesCommunication skillsTeam collaborationMultitaskingPrioritizationSustainability interestConsumer protectionEnvironmental justiceComplex task managementCompeting prioritiesQuantitative skillsElectric sector modelingProgramming languagesAttention to detailProblem-solvingTime managementWriting skillsVerbal communication

Required

Degree in Economics, Energy and Environmental Policy, Physical Sciences, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field

A relevant bachelor's degree and 2+ years of relevant industry experience (energy, economics, and/or engineering sector.) Graduate education can substitute for an equivalent number of years of industry experience (ex. a one-year master's program in a relevant degree would substitute for one year of work experience)

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work and communicate well in teams

Ability to multitask and prioritize critical tasks and conflicting requirements

Preferred

A master's degree in economics, physics, engineering or similar field

Work experience in a consulting environment

Proficiency with programming languages like Python, R, or MATLAB

Experience with EnCompass, PLEXOS, ReEDs, SERVM, or IMPLAN

Benefits

Generous and flexible PTO (35 days)

Flexible work hours and holidays, and the ability to choose a schedule that works for you

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (EOSP): a tax-deferred retirement plan that offers employees a chance to be partial owners of Synapse.

Profit-sharing bonuses

Work-life balance benefit: at the end of the year, salaried employees are compensated for every hour worked over their standard full-time work schedule

401K plan; including an employer safe harbor contribution of 3% of your annual salary regardless of individual contributions

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Collaboration: everybody contributes, asks questions, proposes solutions, and works on interesting research and analysis

Extensive professional development opportunities

Cambridge, MA office space with sit-stand desks, lots of meeting space, indoor bike parking, and plenty of nitro cold-brew and kombucha on tap