Evaluation Researcher

• →Analyze quantitative data, including descriptive statistics and basic or advanced statistical modeling.
• →Clean, manage, and prepare large datasets (e.g., billing, metering, survey, program tracking); conduct data imputation when needed.
• →Perform qualitative analysis of open-ended survey responses and interview data.
• →Develop figures, tables, and visualizations.
• →Review work products for accuracy and consistency.

• Translate research questions into data collection instruments using appropriate methods.
• Support or lead sampling design and data collection planning.
• Program and test survey instruments; support survey fielding and track sample and completion metrics.
• Conduct interviews with stakeholders, customers, participants, and market actors.

• Summarize findings from individual datasets and synthesize results across multiple research activities.
• Contribute to written reports, memos, and presentations.
• Develop conclusions and recommendations supported by analysis.
• At senior levels, lead report sections, author complete deliverables, and present findings to clients.

• Provide guidance to junior researchers.
• Manage multiple research activities and timelines.
• Communicate with clients to refine research questions and discuss progress.
• Contribute to proposals and other business development activities.
• Apply advanced methods such as multivariate analysis, weighting for complex surveys, and techniques for handling missing data.

• Experience in the energy sector, energy efficiency, applied research, or program evaluation (or equivalent education/training).
• Experience using statistical software (e.g., R, Stata, SPSS, SAS).
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience developing or supporting survey instruments.
• Experience with survey research and qualitative research.
• Master’s or PhD in behavioral or social sciences, economics, public policy, or related field (preferred for higher levels).
• Experience authoring research reports and presenting findings (mid/senior level).
• Experience managing research projects and guiding less experienced staff (senior level).
• Ability to translate analytical findings into clear, actionable insights (mid/senior level).

This position can be Remote based anywhere in the country or out of our Reno or Sacramento offices.

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Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has over 1,800 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

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