Research Analyst

Global Energy Monitor; Covina (CA); Remote; USD 106,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a Research Analyst to lead the development of global data coverage for small-scale solar installations. This role involves designing geospatial methodologies and data strategies to accurately represent solar installations. The successful candidate will utilize their analytical skills to harmonize datasets and streamline research workflows. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to vital climate action initiatives while working in a flexible, remote environment. If you are passionate about renewable energy and have a strong background in research, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference.

Benefits

100% paid health, vision, and dental insurance

Retirement plan with 5% employer match

4 weeks paid vacation

Remote work stipend

Home office setup assistance

Paid sabbatical leave after five years

14 weeks paid parental leave

14 weeks paid medical leave

Qualifications

• 3+ years in energy/environmental research required.
• Strong analytical and statistical skills in energy sector.
• Fluency in English and professional writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Organizing and analyzing renewable power data sets.
• Collaborating with stakeholders for data consistency.
• Maintaining and refining Python code for data integration.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Statistical Analysis

Project Management

Networking

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science

Master's Degree in Energy Policy

Tools

Python

Spreadsheets

Databases

Job description

Position

Global Energy Monitor is seeking a Research Analyst for our Renewables and Other Power Program.

This new position will lead the development of global data coverage for small-scale solar installations under 1 Megawatt (MW). This role involves designing and implementing geospatial methodologies and data strategies to identify, estimate, and verify the national and sub-national distribution of these installations. The Research Analyst will also maintain and refine Python code to harmonize government and structured datasets, enabling integration across solar project size categories—from installations under 1 MW to those exceeding 20 MW. This position will also play a key function in streamlining research workflows by identifying and resolving duplicate data entries within the Global Solar Power Tracker, and supporting the development of best practices and automation approaches that can be applied across GEM’s broader suite of energy trackers.

The Challenge

According to the Intergovernmental Panel of Climate Change (IPCC), we have less than a decade to make massive and unprecedented changes in the global economy to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. To meet that challenge,
Global Energy Monitor is creating trackers and other tools to provide detailed information on energy facilities, sponsors, and financing.

About Global Energy Monitor

Global Energy Monitor (GEM) is a network of researchers developing information for the worldwide climate and clean energy movement. Since the organization’s founding in 2007, GEM’s research has become an essential tool for activists, journalists, policymakers, and scientists. GEM’s data and reports are used and cited by organizations ranging from Greenpeace to The Wall Street Journal. GEM’s information is used by Bloomberg Terminals, the International Energy Agency, the IPCC, Climate Analytics, Carbon Tracker Initiative, and hundreds of others.

Location

Preference will be given to those living in the United States, however, GEM may be able to hire employees worldwide in countries where our PEO (Deel) operates, except in countries classified as Level 3 or 4 on the
U.S. Department of State’s website. GEM does not have a central office; instead, GEM works with employees to create suitable home offices catered to the needs of their role.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Using and developing spreadsheets, databases, and other software tools to organize tracker data sets and analyze renewable power sources at the regional, national, and international levels.
• Analyzing and staying abreast of industry, NGO, media, and governmental data and reports to assess current and emerging trends, support project ideation, and assist in new project scoping.
• Using various global data sources (government websites, company reports, news articles, etc., as well as information from partner organizations) to ensure the tracker represents the most accurate and timely information for each facility.
• Collaborating with department supervisors, project managers, researchers, and analysts to ensure data consistency and energy-sector wide analyses.
• Developing strong relationships and outreach to partners in NGOs, governments, business organizations, and academia.
• Assisting third-party researchers in academia, NGOs, governments, and business organizations seeking to use GEM data and analysis.
• Providing support for other Global Energy Monitor projects, including administrative tasks, as needed.
• Using software and computers, such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and operating systems.

Required Qualifications

Applicants who tailor their resume and cover letter to these requirements and the position description above will be prioritized. Applications at GEM are carefully reviewed by our team. We take the time to consider each candidate individually.

The following experience and skills are required for this position:

• 3+ years of experience in energy/environmental/heavy industry decarbonization research.
• Fluency in English.
• Demonstrated analytical and statistical experience in the energy sphere, including conducting quantitative research using methods such as hypothesis testing, correlation analysis, and regression modeling, as well as summarizing and presenting findings from large and complex data sets.
• Professional writing skills.
• Possession of fundamental computer programming and spatial mapping skills.
• Experience coordinating people, projects, and resources; ability to work with others effectively.
• Experience networking and building working relationships with external stakeholders and experts, including working with media.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the environmental and social impacts of energy and materials production and the global political economy of energy/materials generation and procurement.
• Understanding of industry and energy transition issues and/or relevant technical background.
• Strong research skills, including attention to detail, scrupulous adherence to documented facts, and resourcefulness in using search tools.
• Demonstrated previous project management experience: ability to break large projects into timelines, monitor progress towards goals, adjust priorities based on feedback, and meet deadlines.
• Track record of working to advance social and environmental justice.
• Multilingual fluency with preference for Chinese or Spanish.

Pay and Benefits

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week, work-from-home position. The salary is $105,429.26.

Locations outside of the US: GEM aims to offer comparable salaries, benefits, and leave to employees living outside of the US in line with our fully transparent compensation framework. More information can be requested by contacting GEM’s People & Culture team.

Benefits include (US-based employees):

• 100% paid health, vision, and dental insurance for employees & contribution towards dependent coverage
• Long-term disability and worker’s compensation insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement plan with a 5% employer match & access to a financial advisor specializing in socially responsible investing
• 4 weeks paid vacation, plus 18 holidays, 15 sick leave days, and other leave
• Remote work stipend
• Home office set up assistance and sponsorship
• Ergonomics consultation & equipment reimbursement
• Paid 12-week sabbatical leave after five years
• 14 weeks of paid parental leave
• 14 weeks of paid medical and/or gender-affirming care leave

Application Requirements

Application deadline: May 4th, 2025. Applications will be reviewed in the order they were received.Applicants must provide a resume and cover letter. Candidates selected for an interview will be required to provide a coding sample.

If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact People & Culture at [e-mail].

Hiring Practices

Equal Employment:Global Energy Monitor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment determinations at GEM are based exclusively on the needs of the organization, specific job requirements, and a candidate’s individual qualifications. These determinations are made without regard to race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, age, physical, mental, and/or sensory disability, sex, orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, medical history, or military service. GEM is committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

Diversity and Inclusion:Our goal is to listen, engage, and activate voices across our global organization to ensure all identity groups and perspectives are represented in our work. Our aspiration is to foster a diverse work environment and encourage women, LGBTQIA individuals, people of color, people with disabilities, older members of the community, ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and others from minority groups and diverse backgrounds to apply. We designed our hiring process to foster an inclusive and welcoming experience that allows candidates to feel respected, appreciated, and comfortable, thereby creating the conditions for both GEM and the candidate to determine if there is a good fit.

Accommodations: We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation where appropriate. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to apply or participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].

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