Research Associate I

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~ NMR is a small but expanding consulting firm that specializes in the design, implementation, and analysis of qualitative and quantitative marketing research and evaluation of energy efficiency and renewable energy programs. ~

Providing evaluation services for administrators; we help our clients not only evaluate these programs but also assess the complex markets in which the programs operate. We provide clients with the research-based information and insights needed to help them focus program efforts based on the realities of the market, to measure the impacts of energy-efficiency and renewable energy programs, and to provide strategic guidance for improving program design and delivery.

Efficiency and renewables are burgeoning fields providing excellent career opportunities in a field that makes a difference! We are a small but expanding consulting firm.

Position Overview 

NMR
is currently seeking candidates for a Research Associate I position. We are a
small but expanding consulting firm specializing in evaluation of energy
efficiency and renewable energy programs. The position is located in NMR’s
office in Davis Square in Somerville, Massachusetts. Efficiency and renewables
are burgeoning fields providing excellent career opportunities for social
scientists.

NMR
currently seeks to hire individuals possessing knowledge, skills, and abilities
typically gained through bachelor’s level education or prior work in engineering,
environmental science, policy, economics, sociology, or other social science
programs. 

Responsibilities  

The responsibilities will
include but are not limited to the following:  

• Designing,
  implementing, and analyzing survey data.
• Conducting
  semi-structured interviews.
• Performing descriptive
  quantitative analyses using SPSS or similar data analysis packages.
• Writing clear and
  concise research summaries, memoranda, and reports.
• Conducting energy
  audits.
• Some general
  administrative/clerical duties. 

Qualifications 

• This
  position will require individuals to occasionally perform inspections of
  residential and commercial buildings in order to assess the efficiency of
  various building components.
• These inspections may require employees to travel
  up to 50% of the time.
• Prior energy auditing experience and certification (HERS
  or BPI) is preferred.
• Experience and understanding of the principles and
  practices of program evaluation is a bonus. 
• The
  ideal candidate has completed a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental
  science, policy, economics, sociology, or another social science field.
• Successful
  employees should have strong expectations of rapid advancement in this growing
  company and field. 

Compensation: We offer competitive benefits including health, dental, disability, 401K, T passes for those who commute via public transportation, and three weeks paid vacation (and up to five weeks after multiple years of employment).  

To Apply 

• Please click below: "Apply Now Online!" to email your resume and cover letter through this website.
• Please, do not call NMR directly.
• Due to the high number of applications expected, we will not be able to respond to each submission. 

~ NMR
is committed to the environment and to minimal greenhouse gas emissions. Our
carbon footprint is much smaller than similarly sized office-based business in
the Northeast. ~