Associate Research Analyst (Hybrid)

DGS Office of External Affairs; New Britain (CT); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Connecticut's Department of Energy and Environmental Protection is seeking an Associate Research Analyst for its Office of Building and Transportation Decarbonization. The role centers on research, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement to advance transportation electrification aligned with state goals.

Responsibilities include data analysis, policy research, working with multi-state groups, and contributing to the Electric Vehicle Roadmap and regulatory proceedings.

Qualifications

• 7 years of professional experience in research, data analysis, or economics.
• 1 year of research experience at the Research Analyst level.
• Strong oral and written communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Experience with research design, data analysis, statistical analysis, and report preparation.
• Experience in energy policy, transportation electrification, utility regulation, or related decarbonization disciplines.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and coordinate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and data analysis to support transportation electrification policies and programs.
• Engage stakeholders to support Connecticut's electrification initiatives.
• Synthesize regional data and develop recommendations for the Electric Vehicle Roadmap.
• Participate in inter- and intra-state working groups and regulatory proceedings.

Skills

Research

Data analysis

Research Analyst experience

Communication

Research design

Statistics

Energy policy

Project management

Job description

The Associate Research Analyst is a full-time, hybrid position within Connecticut's Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, specifically in the Office of Building and Transportation Decarbonization. The role focuses on conducting research, analyzing data, and engaging stakeholders to support transportation electrification policies and programs aligned with state objectives. Responsibilities include data analysis, policy research, participating in inter- and intra-state working groups, synthesizing regional data, and developing recommendations to support Connecticut's Electric Vehicle Roadmap and participation in regulatory proceedings.

Key qualifications:

• 7 years of professional experience in research, data analysis, or economics
• 1 year of research experience at the Research Analyst level
• Strong oral and written communication skills for diverse audiences
• Experience with research design, data analysis, statistical analysis, and report preparation
• Experience in energy policy, transportation electrification, utility regulation, or related decarbonization disciplines
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and coordinate with cross-functional teams