Remote Energy Evaluation Researcher

Qualus; California (MO); Remote; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability

401(k) match

Flexible Spending Accounts

EAP

Parental Leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Qualus is seeking an Evaluation Researcher at levels I, II, or Senior to support evaluation, research, and analysis for energy and utility projects. The role involves quantitative and qualitative data, research design, and producing evidence-based insights for clients.

Remote work is possible nationwide, with options to be based from Reno or Sacramento offices. The position requires experience with statistical software, survey design, and research reporting.

Qualifications

• Experience in energy sector, energy efficiency, applied research, or program evaluation (or equivalent education/training).
• Experience using statistical software (R, Stata, SPSS, SAS).
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience developing or supporting survey instruments.
• Experience with survey research and qualitative research.
• Master’s or PhD in behavioral or social sciences, economics, public policy, or related field (preferred for higher levels).
• Experience authoring research reports and presenting findings (mid/senior level).
• Experience managing research projects and guiding less experienced staff (senior level).
• Ability to translate analytical findings into clear, actionable insights (mid/senior level).

Responsibilities

• Analyze quantitative data, including descriptive statistics and basic or advanced statistical modeling.
• Clean, manage, and prepare large datasets (e.g., billing, metering, survey, program tracking); conduct data imputation when needed.
• Perform qualitative analysis of open-ended survey responses and interview data.
• Develop figures, tables, and visualizations.
• Review work products for accuracy and consistency.
• Translate research questions into data collection instruments using appropriate methods.
• Support or lead sampling design and data collection planning.
• Program and test survey instruments; support survey fielding and track sample and completion metrics.
• Conduct interviews with stakeholders, customers, participants, and market actors.
• Summarize findings from individual datasets and synthesize results across multiple research activities.
• Contribute to written reports, memos, and presentations.
• Develop conclusions and recommendations supported by analysis.
• At senior levels, lead report sections, author complete deliverables, and present findings to clients.
• Provide guidance to junior researchers.
• Manage multiple research activities and timelines.
• Communicate with clients to refine research questions and discuss progress.
• Contribute to proposals and other business development activities.
• Apply advanced methods such as multivariate analysis, weighting for complex surveys, and techniques for handling missing data.

Skills

Descriptive statistics

Statistical modeling

Data cleaning

Qualitative analysis

Data visualization

MS Excel

Research design

Survey research

Client communication

Leadership

Education

Masters or PhD

Tools

R

Stata

SPSS

SAS

Excel

Job description

Qualus is seeking an Evaluation Researcher at levels I, II, or Senior to support evaluation, research, and analysis for energy and utility projects. The role involves quantitative and qualitative data, research design, and producing evidence-based insights for clients.

Remote work is possible nationwide, with options to be based from Reno or Sacramento offices. The position requires experience with statistical software, survey design, and research reporting.