Research Associate I

~ NMR is a small but expanding consulting firm specializing in the evaluation of energy efficiency and renewable energy programs. Efficiency and renewables are burgeoning fields providing excellent career opportunities in a field that makes a difference. ~ 

Position Overview

NMR is currently seeking candidates for a Research Associate I position. We are a small but expanding consulting firm specializing in the 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. NMR is committed to the environment and to minimal greenhouse gas emissions. Our carbon footprint is much smaller than similarly sized office-based businesses in the Northeast.

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: 

• Analyzing data, including survey data
• Conducting semi-structured interviews 
• Performing descriptive quantitative analyses using Excel, SPSS, R, or similar data analysis packages
• Writing clear and concise research summaries, memoranda, and reports
• General administrative/clerical duties 

Additionally: 

• This position will also require individuals to 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 25% of the time, sometimes including overnight stays. NMR will provide the training needed for these inspections, although prior experience is a bonus. 

Qualifications 

• We prefer candidates with experience addressing energy-related concerns, and also candidates who understand the principles and practices of program evaluation. However, NMR will consider candidates with relevant skills and expertise gained in other fields.
• The ideal candidate has recently completed or will soon complete 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 submit a resume and cover letter and type "Research Associate I" into the subject line.

• Please do not call!
• Due to the large number of applications expected, we will not be able to reply to each submission.