Energy Research Associate

We are seeking an Energy Research Associate to work in Brattle’s Electricity Group in our Boston or DC office. 

We help our clients address the most important economic issues facing the electricity sector of the future, in the context of regulatory proceedings, business planning, and litigation, where we are renowned for the highest quality, most objective work. Topics include: how to meet electricity needs and environmental objectives efficiently and reliably through wholesale electricity market design, transmission planning, renewable energy procurements, enhanced utility resource planning, and integration of distributed energy resources and load flexibility; developing and evaluating clean energy policy instruments; facilitating electrification of transportation and other sectors; developing innovative utility business models to enable distributed energy resources, load flexibility, electrification, and efficiency; modernizing retail rates, including dynamic rates and performance-based rates; establishing risk management strategies against increased exposures to extreme stress; and determining the costs to provide electric service and appropriate rates of return for regulated assets.  

Client assignments involve a combination of listening to client needs and formulating into problem statements, and conceptualizing analytical approaches; conducting research, quantitative analysis, and modeling of industry data; applying finance and economic theory; developing innovative approaches; reviewing and refining work to the highest quality standard; communicating findings clearly through presentations and written work products. Our work is frequently submitted as expert analysis and testimony in regulatory proceedings and disputes.

Energy Research Associates work on a variety of projects, in consulting teams led by industry-leading experts. Energy Research Associates are central members of each project team, responsible for developing problem-solving approaches, conducting research and analysis, guiding and developing Energy Research Analysts, communicating progress and next steps to project directors and clients, preparing client deliverables, developing client relationships, and building expertise. As they gain valuable experience and expertise, Energy Research Associates become increasing involved in managing projects and clients.

The Brattle Group’s most central firm value is people development. We provide continuous training and personalized mentorship. Energy Research Associates with strong performance are promoted to Energy Associates then can progress toward becoming Principals of the firm.

Education and Experience Requirements: 

• Strong background in economics, finance, data analysis and/or power systems, and interest in the energy sector
• Master’s degree with a focus in Economics and/or Policy and 2+ years of research or professional experience in a related field

Ideal Candidates Will Possess or Have a Desire to Develop:

• Demonstrated potential and enthusiasm to develop new expertise areas, develop professionally, and help identify innovative solutions for our clients
• Pre or postgraduate work experience in a related field
• Exceptional writing, presentation, and verbal communications skills
• Strong analytic, quantitative, and practical problem-solving skills such as econometrics, statistics, programming, modeling, or applied mathematics
• Flexibility to use a variety of conceptual frameworks and analytical tools from across different disciplines
• Intellectual curiosity
• An entrepreneurial drive
• Strong relationship and team-building skills
• Desire to work in a collaborative team environment
• Demonstrated record of outstanding academic and/or practical accomplishment such as publications in academic journals

To be considered for the Energy Research Associate position, please submit the following materials:

• Cover letter
• CV/resume
• A writing sample/research paper
• Graduate and undergraduate transcripts (unofficial copies accepted)

Brattle offers a competitive benefits package, base salary, and bonus program for eligible roles based on individual and firm performance. The anticipated base gross salary range for this position in Boston, MA is $132,000 - $136,000 annually.  Actual salary will depend on a variety of factors, including experience and training.