Research Analyst/Programme Associate — Industrial Sustainability

Core responsibilities:

• Take ownership of at least two research topics in industrial sustainability and green hydrogen sector pertaining to energy systems modelling and techno-economic assessment
• Write high-quality first drafts of reports and analyses for internal and external circulation, generating at least two reports or policy briefs per year
• Drive daily analytical requirements of the team in responding to short-turnaround requests and support policy engagements with government departments through research and data analysis
• Support stakeholder engagement and convening, including policy and technical exchanges among government officials, R&D facilities, and subject experts

This role supports India's low-carbon growth aspirations by advancing green hydrogen adoption and developing initiatives to accelerate industrial decarbonisation, providing direction and insights to policy planners and industry leaders on decarbonisation options.

Required qualifications and skills:

• Bachelor's/Master's degree preferably in Technology/Engineering (Energy, Chemical, Mechanical or related fields)
• 0-4 years of experience with strong analytic skills including quantitative research methods and tools
• Experience and expertise in creating techno-economic models using Excel and other software packages; knowledge of Python is a plus
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English with ability to conduct techno-economic analysis, cost-benefit analysis, and strong project management skills

Benefits include:

• Above-market remuneration with competitive compensation commensurate to experience
• Strong visionary leadership with emphasis on research and impact at scale
• Active promotion of leadership by initiative and celebration of talent and ambition
• Surrounded by smart people who challenge and help you grow, with faster learning than peers in other organisations
• Safe space for all with curiosity, irreverence, and responsibility coming together

The Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) builds careers in public policy with a focus on research and impact at scale, working on energy, environment, and water issues to support sustainable development.