Energy and Environment Analyst

SEI US seeks an Analyst to join our Energy Modeling Program. Based in Somerville, Massachusetts, the Energy Modeling Program develops quantitative modeling tools and techniques and conducts modeling and policy support projects around the world. This work centers on modeling energy systems but includes analyses of greenhouse gas and air pollutant emissions, the water-energy-food nexus, macroeconomic systems, and the Sustainable Development Goals. The Program emphasizes projects in low and middle-income countries but also carries out assignments in the US and Europe.

Much of the Energy Modeling Program’s work involves developing, supporting, and applying SEI’s LEAP (Low Emissions Analysis Platform) and NEMO (Next Energy Modeling system for Optimization) modeling tools. As a member of the team, you would be expected to work with LEAP and NEMO and to help others use them.

• Focus of position: Policy research grounded in modeling of energy systems, greenhouse gas emissions, air pollution, energy-economy interactions, and sustainable development.

• Application deadline: Applications accepted until position is filled.

• Start date: As soon as possible.
• Location: SEI US office in Somerville, Massachusetts. In-office presence required at least one day per week.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to building and applying models of energy and economic systems, energy technologies, climate change mitigation measures, and other sustainable development-related policy interventions. Activities will include background research, data collection and processing, programming models, and analyzing modeling results.
• Contribute to planning and implementing innovative research projects that use quantitative modeling and analysis to inform energy, climate, and development policy.
• Write and edit technical reports, academic papers, briefs, and presentations on modeling and policy research.
• Provide training sessions and technical support for LEAP and NEMO, including contributing to LEAP and NEMO training materials.
• Update content on the LEAP and NEMO websites and assist with processing license requests for LEAP.
• Travel internationally as needed (expected 3-6 times per year).

Who you are

You should have a keen interest in sustainability research, capacity building, and ​using your technical skills to address the major environmental and sustainability challenges the world is facing in the twenty-first century. You will work as part of a team in a flexible and exciting research environment.

Requirements

Required qualifications and experience

The successful applicant will have:

• A bachelor’s or master's degree in a discipline related to the position (mathematics, statistics, sciences, engineering, computer science, geography, environmental policy, or similar).
• 0-5 years of relevant work experience if holding a bachelor's degree only, or 0-2 years of relevant work experience if holding a master's degree.
• Demonstrated quantitative skills and experience in data collection and analysis (at least 3 semester-long courses or equivalent work experience).
• Excellent writing, presentation, and communications skills (for both technical and non-technical audiences).
• Fluency in spoken and written English and French.
• Ability to work in a team and in an international, multi-cultural environment.

Desirable qualifications

• Experience with computer programming, particularly for data analysis, quantitative modeling, and/or web development.
• Experience with GIS.
• Proficiency in one or more languages other than English and French (Russian highly desirable).
• Knowledge of energy and environmental modeling tools such as LEAP, NEMO, TIMES/MARKAL, OSeMOSYS, MESSAGE, or similar.
• Work experience in low or middle-income countries.
• Experience as an instructor, teacher, or trainer.

Benefits

SEI offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, a 5% retirement match, and paid parental and family medical leave after one year of employment.

We have a welcoming work environment with flexible work schedules, and offer 11 holidays, 20 days of vacation, and 10 days of sick leave each year to start.

SEI provides support for obtaining US visas as needed, and reimburses up to $5,000 of moving expenses.

Other

We are reviewing applications on an ongoing basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible. Applications should be submitted through Workable and include:

• A cover letter highlighting your relevant qualifications and experience (maximum one page).

• Your curriculum vitae or resume (maximum three pages).

• Samples of (or links to) publications or software that you have written, including at least one publication addressing a non-academic audience and one intended for an academic audience. If you are not the sole publication author, please specify your role and contribution to the writing.

Applications should be written in English and without the aid of AI tools. Inquiries about this opportunity can be directed to Jason Veysey (jason.veysey@sei.org).

About SEI

SEI is an international not-for-profit research organization that has been engaged in environment and development issues at local, national, regional, and global levels since 1989. Our mission is to enable sustainable development by bridging science and policy and conducting integrated analysis that supports decision-makers. SEI works on cutting edge topics including climate change mitigation and adaptation, renewable energy, integrated energy and water resource modeling, short-lived climate pollutants, environmental governance, and sustainable production and consumption.

SEI’s approach is highly collaborative: stakeholder involvement is at the heart of our efforts to build capacity, strengthen institutions, and equip partners for the long term. We make sure our knowledge and findings are clearly communicated and accessible to decision-makers and civil society. We publish our own open access material in leading academic journals, and repackage our research to offer effective decision support. To promote debate and share knowledge, we convene decision-makers, academics, and practitioners, and we engage with policy processes, development action, and business practice throughout the world.

SEI is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with additional centers in the United States, Colombia, Estonia, Kenya, Thailand, and the United Kingdom. Our US Center is a research affiliate of Tufts University; its main office is on the Tufts campus in Somerville, Massachusetts, and it maintains additional offices in Davis, California, and Seattle, Washington.

SEI US is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and an inclusive work culture. We do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy and childbirth, breastfeeding, or reproductive health decision-making), marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, past or present status as a workers’ compensation or whistleblower claimant, use of a service animal, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment. This policy and the law prohibit employment discrimination against any employee or applicant on the basis of any legally protected status outlined above.