Economic

Description

In this project, the range of PV and energy storage benchmarking motivations, techniques, and reporting approaches employed by researchers will be analyzed.

Considerations will include how researchers have defined representative benchmarks, collected and analyzed data, accounted for uncertainty in results, accurately communicated the meaning and limitations of results to target audiences, and so forth.

Case studies will analyze how appropriately and effectively benchmarks have been used in real-world decision making. In addition, a detailed framework to forecast future costs of PV and battery systems will be created.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with NREL analysts. Tasks may include :

• Scoping the cost benchmark review and analysis.
• Reviewing cost benchmarking literature in multiple languages.
• Interviewing researchers and industry stakeholders about cost benchmarking.
• Reviewing PV and battery cost forecasting literature in multiple languages.

Basic Qualifications

Must be enrolled as a full-time student in a Bachelor's, Master's or PhD degree program, or graduated in the past 12 months from an accredited institution.

Candidates who have earned a degree may work for a period not to exceed 12 months. Must have a minimum of a 3.0 cumulative grade point average.

Please Note :

• You will need to upload official or unofficial school transcripts as part of the application process.
• If selected for position, a letter of recommendation will be required as part of the hiring process.
• Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.

Additional Required Qualifications

The candidate must have previous experience outside the classroom related to climate and energy policy. The candidate must have demonstrated writing experience in a professional setting.

The candidate must be proficient with Tableau and GIS application(s).

Preferred Qualifications

Fluency in multiple languages including English, German, and French.

Job Application Submission Window

The anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.

Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)

Job Profile : Graduate II / Annual Salary Range : $42,700 - $68,300

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Benefits Summary

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match*; and sick leave (where required by law).

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Based on eligibility rules

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Last updated : 2024-05-21

Salary : $42,700 - $68,300