Center for Energy and Environment · 1 day ago
Evaluation and Social Science Researcher
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$78K/yr - $85K/yr
5+ years expCenter for Energy and Environment (CEE) is a clean energy nonprofit focused on providing practical energy solutions. The Evaluation and Social Science Researcher will evaluate market transformation initiatives, manage research activities, and report findings to enhance project effectiveness.
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Responsibilities
Develop research and sampling plans, working across teams to identify best practices and feasible options
Develop surveys, interview guides, and other data collection instruments
Conduct literature reviews and other background research
Conduct interviews, administer surveys, and implement other data collection methods with key stakeholders and market actors including manufacturers, distributors, contractors, and consumers
Analyze results using appropriate qualitative coding processes or quantitative statistical analyses
Manage internal research processes and coordinate across teams to meet project milestones
Develop and manage requests for proposals and other vendor selection processes
Apply research expertise to subcontractor development and implementation processes to ensure projects are rigorous and high quality
Manage subcontractors, ensuring that projects remain on schedule and on budget
Draft reports compiling key research findings and recommendations
Create compelling presentations for teams internally and externally
Work with our teams to turn research findings into actionable steps and identify additional research needs
Support development, tracking, and reporting on our progress indicators using our CRM and research results
Support evaluation plan and logic model design and refinement
Lead research efforts for other departments within CEE as needed
Other duties as assigned / apparent
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years of experience with designing and managing social research or evaluation projects
Experience with a wide variety of research methods and the ability to determine the best approaches given certain contexts and constraints
Strong project and relationship management skills with experience managing project teams or subcontractors
Strong ability to understand and translate technical concepts into survey/interview questions and deliverables for a range of audiences
Experience interviewing and building rapport with a range of individuals; demonstrating persistence and creativity in engaging harder-to-reach populations a plus
Experience with qualitative analysis software (e.g., Atlas.TI, NVIVO) and/or quantitative data analysis and visualization software (e.g., SPSS, STATA, R, Tableau, GIS)
Ability to distill complex research data into relevant and appropriate conclusions and recommendations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Microsoft Excel, required
Excellent interpersonal skills and written/verbal communication
Flexibility, adaptability, and a can-do attitude to support the team
Preferred
Bachelor's degree or higher in social science, environmental studies, or related fields with relevant coursework in social science research methods
Knowledge of energy efficiency and decarbonization is a plus; must be willing to learn and dive into related technical content
Benefits
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Health Saving Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement saving program
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid parental leave
Salary continuation for major medical events
Nine paid holidays each year
Professional development opportunities
Education assistance
Company
Center for Energy and Environment
The Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) is a nonprofit organization that promotes energy efficiency to strengthen the economy.
51-200 employees
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