Analyst

• Conducts research for New England Heat Pump Accelerator applying quantitative and/or qualitative methods, and analyzes research to derive insights, including literature reviews, code/policy/program research, stakeholder outreach (through interviews/surveys), extracting useful insights from large existing data sets, innovation project data, or Accelerator program performance metrics.
• Assists in supporting project deliverables for external clients, including case studies, program reports, client memos, project tracking, research project findings reports/presentations, public facing educational content, and more.
• Supports project and program work under the direction of a program team lead in collaboration with the program team, including attending program meetings, task management, file/document management, program administration, and program record keeping.
• Supports the development of approaches and methods and, in some cases, may lead tasks.
• Supports activities of other staff, groups, and divisions within VEIC as necessary to accomplish organizational goals and objectives.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Strong personal commitment to the mission, vision, goals and values of VEIC.
• Undergraduate degree in a related field or a similar combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills were acquired.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to apply qualitative analysis techniques, and data management practices. Facility with data management and manipulation.
• Strong research skills, including facility with reading project reports or policy/regulatory information, synthesizing relevant information, and composing client memos on findings.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle multiple competing priorities and deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to be organized, detail oriented, and accurate.
• General knowledge of standard office computer applications, including word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Experience with energy efficiency and/or building electrification analysis, programs, or policies is preferred.
• General understanding of regional energy and climate policies, utility programs, and decarbonization initiatives across New England or a willingness to learn is preferred.
• All positions at VEIC are subject to criminal background checks. This screening is conducted in compliance with applicable laws and is a standard part of our hiring process to ensure the safety and security of our employees, clients, and contractual obligations.

This position primarily involves desk-based work with extensive collaboration and communication responsibilities. Physical requirements include:

• Ability to remain stationary at a workstation for extended periods (typically 6-8 hours per day with regular breaks)
• Regular use of computer, keyboard, mouse, and telephone/headset requiring fine motor skills and repetitive hand/wrist movements
• Visual acuity to view digital screens, documents, and presentations for prolonged periods
• Verbal communication abilities are sufficient for clear articulation during in-person and virtual meetings, presentations, and discussions
• Auditory capabilities to participate effectively in conversations, conference calls, and virtual collaboration sessions
• Cognitive focus for simultaneous management of multiple communication streams, projects, and stakeholder relationships
• Occasional movement between meeting spaces, collaboration areas, and individual workstations
• Minimal lifting requirements (typically under 15 pounds) for office supplies, equipment, or materials

VEIC provides ergonomic assessments and appropriate accommodation to support team members in this collaborative environment, if needed. Our commitment to wellness includes encouraging regular movement breaks and supporting flexible work arrangements that promote sustainable productivity aligned with our core values.

No Travel Required

This position does not require regular travel. Occasional in-person attendance at company events or meetings (typically 0–2 times per year) may be encouraged, but participation is often optional or available virtually.