Research Associate - Grids

Sightline Climate is seeking a Research Associate - Grids to enhance their grid and data center research. The role involves conducting primary research, analyzing market data, and providing insights for optimizing grids. Candidates should have research experience in grid technologies and strong analytical skills. The position is remote, offering opportunities for impact in a climate tech startup, with competitive benefits and a collaborative work environment.
Sightline Climate equips customers with the actionable intelligence needed to compete and win in the transition that is rapidly transforming the energy, transport, and industrial sectors. By combining comprehensive project, funding, and partnership data with expert insights and advanced tools, Sightline empowers investors, corporates, and governments to navigate the complexities of the transition and capitalize on new opportunities. Sightline Climate also produces CTVC, the industry-leading newsletter read by 60,000 climate leaders.

We are looking for a Research Associate to expand our grid and data centers research at Sightline Climate. This role includes conducting primary research, analyzing market data, and producing analyses that help shape the transition landscape.

The Role
• Conduct in-depth research across our grid practice, providing insights on how the grid can be optimized and built to be cleaner, more resilient, and flexible through hardware and software solutions.
• Explore the intersection of the grid and data center demand.
• Collect and analyze data in sector investment, project deployment, economics, business models, and demand.
• Convert complex data and research findings into actionable frameworks and insights for a range of audiences, including financiers, corporate strategists, and , policymakers.
• Engage with and present to external stakeholders, offering thought leadership and reinforcing and expanding Sightline Climate’s position as the go-to source on actionable intelligence across the transition economy.
• Stay on top of the latest trends and advancements in grid and data center tech and integrate these insights into our research framework.

The Essentials
• Research experience in analyzing grid technologies and policies, including AI and software solutions for transmission and distribution systems, integrating distributed energy resources, demand-side flexibility, virtual power plants, and new sources of demand like data centers.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of presenting complex data in a comprehensible manner.
• Innately curious and passionate about climate tech innovation.
• An ability to explore and understand the commercial and economic implications

A Plus
• A Master's Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Economics, Physics, Environment / Climate, or other Sciences
• Experience in a grid tech startup, a utility, or a grid operator
• Additional data analysis skills / experience in Excel, SQL, or Python

Our Offer
• Opportunity to work, learn, and make an impact at a fast-growing climate tech startup
• The excitement and fun of being part of a dynamic, dedicated and professional group of people
• Based in London or New York working side-by-side with our team
• Generous stock options
• Competitive PTO, location specific

Sightline Climate is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.