Renewable Energy Analyst / Research Director- San Francisco, CA
Organization: VOTE SOLAR INITIATIVE
Title: Renewable Energy Analyst / Research Director
Location: Vote Solar’s San Francisco or Brooklyn offices (although alternate arrangements may be considered)
Hours and Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience and training. Excellent benefits. Start date: ASAP.
Application Deadline: open until filled
Posted On: Oct. 6, 2011
Description
The Vote Solar Initiative is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing solar energy into the mainstream through state, local and federal advocacy. We are in search of a top-notch researcher/analyst to provide data-driven materials to advance our mission.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Vote Solar seeks a candidate to conduct original research on solar and electric power issues, collect and utilize public data and analyses, and generate reports to support our key campaigns.
Sample projects include:
Collect data on the cost of solar, other renewable and conventional generation from actual contracts, dig into and analyze utility filings for cost recovery, parse SEC filings from public companies. Display results in clear, simple metrics and graphics. Collect analyses on solar and conventional power cost information from government agencies, investment banks, research institutions, and other credible sources. Display results in clear, simple metrics and graphics. Conduct investigations into (and prepare presentations of) the specific areas in the value chain where reductions in costs are possible, and how they may be achieved. Display results in clear, simple metrics and graphics. Prepare reports on the potential rate impact of proposed solar programs in target states. Prepare reports on the job and economic development impact of proposed solar programs in target states using NREL’s Jobs and Economic Development Impact (JEDI) tool. Conduct analyses of the correspondence of solar generation to demand in specific areas. Display results in clear, simple metrics and graphics. Assess estimated cost of participation in community solar projects in target states. Quantify transmission and distribution benefits of solar power from grid-tied systems. Bonus: lead interventions into utility general rate cases to make the case for rate designs that fairly reward self-generation and energy conservation.
QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree or above in a related field, knowledge of the field, and three years of relevant work experience on energy issues.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Strong quantitative, analytical, and research skills; proficiency with analytic software; ability to write well for scientific and general audiences; familiarity with electricity and solar power markets necessary; familiarity with economics and public policy helpful; moderate graphic or design skills helpful but not critical.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Detailed understanding of solar technologies, performance characteristics and market structures; electric industry operations, regulations, and legal framework; utility rate-making; and electricity modeling techniques. Knowledge of energy-related environmental issues strongly preferred.
How To Apply
Send brief letter of interest, resume, and writing samples to [email protected].
