We are seeking a dynamic, technically skilled professional for the position of Senior Analyst on the Energy Policy and Regulations team. The Senior Analyst will play a key role in evaluating the implications of future tariff increases resulting from investments in power system reliability, resilience, security, and sustainability, as well as in electricity demand forecasting, with a strong focus on socio-economic and weather parameters that affect electricity demand. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to policy-relevant research and help shape the future of India’s energy transition.

Responsibilities

• Lead research on developing an overall analytical framework for estimating electricity demand elasticity across consumer categories.
• Design methodologies for assessing short-run and long-run price elasticity, income elasticity, and consumer migration to alternative supply arrangements.
• Review existing tariff structures, open access regulations, and demand-side management frameworks.
• Assess implications of renewable integration costs, transmission investments, and grid modernisation on consumer tariffs.
• Lead research and analytical studies on electricity demand forecasting at national, state, DISCOM, and feeder levels, incorporating socio-economic indicators, tariff structures, and weather parameters to develop robust demand projections.
• Track and analyse distribution sector policies, regulatory developments, and emerging technologies, generating strategic insights through data analytics and quantitative modelling to support evidence-based policy recommendations.
• Collaborate with state and national stakeholders to promote actionable recommendations.
• Prepare policy briefs, technical reports, presentations, and journal articles to disseminate findings.
• Willingness to travel within India to engage with different states as per the requirements of projects.

Qualifications

Master's degree in Energy Economics, Sustainable Energy, or a relevant field.

Skill Set

• Experience in power sector research, regulatory analysis, energy economics, or quantitative policy analysis.
• Demonstrated experience in electricity tariff analysis and demand forecasting and analysis, using socio-economic, tariff, and weather parameters across national, state, DISCOM, or feeder levels.
• Strong understanding of the Indian power sector, particularly DISCOM regulations, and regulatory frameworks.
• Proficiency in data analysis and quantitative modelling, with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and familiarity with statistical tools, such as R and Python.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.

We are seeking a technically strong professional to join the Strategic Initiatives team as a Senior Analyst for Biomanufacturing and Bioeconomy Systems. The role will focus on developing research strategies and implementation of pathways related to industrial biotechnology, bio-based manufacturing, and emerging bioeconomy systems. The candidate will work on interdisciplinary projects that include life cycle analysis, systems modelling, policy analysis, industrial ecosystem assessment, stakeholder engagement, and strategic roadmap development to help India transition to a sustainable and globally competitive biomanufacturing ecosystem. 

Responsibilities

• Conduct life cycle assessments and techno-economic assessments for biomanufacturing technologies, including biologics, industrial biotechnology, precision fermentation, biomaterials, and bio-based products
• Support the development of analytical frameworks, technical reports, policy briefs, and roadmaps
• Assess manufacturing, feedstock, and scale-up requirements for emerging biomanufacturing systems
• Work with government, industry, academia, startups, and international organisations to collect data, conduct stakeholder consultations, and support collaborative projects
• Present research findings at conferences, workshops, technical forums, and stakeholder consultations
• Publish high-quality reports, journal papers, op-eds, and knowledge on products related to biomanufacturing and sustainable industrial systems
• Support interdisciplinary project coordination and institutional initiatives

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in biotechnology, bioprocess engineering, biochemical engineering, industrial biotechnology, environmental engineering, bioengineering, sustainability, life sciences, or other relevant interdisciplinary disciplines.
• Candidates with demonstrated research or industrial experience in biomanufacturing, industrial biotechnology, fermentation systems, bioeconomy systems, or sustainable manufacturing are preferred.

Skill Set

• Strong fundamentals of biomanufacturing systems, including industrial biotechnology, biologics, fermentation, biomaterials, and bio-based manufacturing pathways
• Familiarity with techno-economic assessment, life-cycle assessment, emissions accounting, and systems analysis approaches
• Strong understanding of bioeconomy policies, biotechnology regulations, biosafety frameworks, industrial sustainability, and global biomanufacturing trends
• Proven ability to perform data analysis and visualisation, and synthesise technical findings into strategic insights and actionable policies
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing and stakeholder engagement
• Proven ability to independently manage multiple projects while collaborating within interdisciplinary teams
• Experience working with government agencies, industry stakeholders, research institutions, or international organisations will be an advantage

Duration

24 months