Senior Researcher, Energy Finance and Policy
Location: Washington, DC (DC Metro Area), Pittsburgh, PA, Santa Monica, CA (Greater Los Angeles Area), Boston, MA, USA - Remote
Job Type: Full time
Posted on: 6 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID: R3020
RAND is seeking a senior researcher with a strong substantive background and methodological skills to conduct research and to lead business development and outreach for RAND's priority in energy policy and technology. Key areas of expertise include:
Researchers at RAND work on collaborative research teams, producing objective, scientific analyses in peer-reviewed journals and technical reports to guide policymakers on a diverse set of issues. These multidisciplinary teams include policy researchers, economists, psychologists, statisticians, social scientists, and others with relevant training. Researchers apply rigorous, empirical research designs to analyze policy issues and evaluate programs.
Staff members have opportunities to teach in the Pardee RAND Graduate School and to collaborate on projects across various research topics including health, education, labor, social and economic wellbeing, national security, and homeland security.
All research positions at RAND require strong quantitative and/or qualitative research skills, strong analytic skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, an interest in building a policy research portfolio, the ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team, and a strong commitment to RAND's core values of quality and objectivity.
In addition, senior researchers are expected to conceptualize research studies, obtain extramural funding, mentor and develop junior staff members, lead and direct multi-disciplinary teams, set project standards and monitor progress, and communicate interim and final results to the RAND community and to policy-making audiences.
Ph.D. in economics, engineering, physical sciences, public finance, law, or public policy with 8 years experience and demonstrable research leadership; or Master's degree with 15+ years experience and demonstrable research leadership and proficiency in energy technology and policy.
Washington DC; Pittsburgh, PA; Santa Monica, CA; or Boston, MA. Fully remote may be considered.
A CV, cover letter, and one writing sample (pdf documents preferred) are required when applying.
$152,700 - $262,500
Hiring ranges for Economists, Management Scientists, and Physician Researchers are slightly higher than the ranges shown. RAND considers a variety of factors when formulating an offer, including but not limited to, the specific role and associated responsibilities; a candidate’s work experience, education/training, skills, expertise; and internal equity.
RAND is a research organization that develops solutions to public policy challenges to help make communities throughout the world safer, healthier, and more prosperous. RAND’s research and analysis address issues that impact people everywhere, including security, health, education, sustainability, growth, and development.
RAND is nonprofit, nonpartisan, and committed to the public interest. Our research is sponsored by government agencies, international organizations, and foundations. We rely on philanthropic support to pursue visionary ideas; address critical problems that are under-researched; and devise innovative approaches for solving acute, complex, or provocative policy challenges.
RAND values objectivity and integrity in both its research processes and internal interactions. We emphasize a collegial environment that respects the contributions and dignity of all staff.
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