Clean Energy Policy Analyst

Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF) is a non-profit, non-partisan public policy think tank committed to articulating and advancing a pro-productivity, pro-innovation and pro-technology public policy agenda in Washington and the states. We believe that innovation is central to spurring economic growth and addressing key societal challenges and that public policies should actively work to support innovation and national economic competitiveness.

ITIF works to help policy makers around the world understand the critical importance of innovation. We focus on technology policy issues such as broadband, e-commerce and e-government, privacy and copyright, research policy, trade and innovation, green energy innovation, and others. We produce publications, hold events, meet with policy makers, speak at forums and engage in other activities to shape technology policy.

Position Overview: 

The Information Technology and Innovation Foundation seeks to hire a policy analyst to work on our "Driving Green Innovation Policy through Innovation Economics" project, starting in the mid-fall of 2010.

The ideal applicant has either a Master's degree with specialization in climate policy, energy studies, and/or environmental economics or 2 years of applied experience. The applicant should understand the economics of climate change, recognize the limits of prevailing thinking and policy solutions, and appreciate the role of government investment and innovation strategy in addressing climate change and improving U.S. competiveness in clean energy technologies.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct a policy research analysis on energy and climate change, including strategies to increase technological innovation in the clean energy sector.
• Write policy reports, blog posts, op eds, and other policy materials on climate change and innovation policy.
• Organize policy conferences, roundtables, and other events on the role of innovation in addressing climate change.
• Maintain project website and resources.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Master's Degree, ideally in economics or public policy with a specialization in climate policy, energy studies, and/or environmental resources; or 2 years of applied experience
• An ability to write for policy audiences and an understanding of the public policy process.
• An understanding of conventional neo-classical economics, but also an appreciation of its fundamental limitations in guiding policy to spur growth and clean energy competitiveness.
• An understanding of the process of technological innovation and real-world economic activity.
• Knowledge of clean energy technologies is a plus.

Compensation: ITIF offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

To Apply:

Please send resume with cover letter, writing sample, and salary requirements.

Director of Personnel
ITIF
1101 K. Street, NW, Suite 610
Washington, DC, 20005