ADM is seeking candidates for the position of Data Scientist to assist and lead in the evaluation of energy efficiency programs.

ADM is a top-tier energy evaluation consultancy providing program evaluation and research for utilities and other clients across North America. ADM provides comprehensive evaluation of energy efficiency programs, including assessment of energy impacts, program processes, market penetration, market transformation, and cost effectiveness. We quantify the impacts of public investments to reduce energy demand and mitigate climate impacts and believe that our collective success depends on how well we investigate and communicate the experiences of all people and businesses who use the electric grid.

ADM views our team as a long-term and mutual investment. At ADM, we are committed to building a valued business while ensuring rewarding careers to our employees.

The ideal candidate for the Data Scientist position will have strong critical thinking, report writing, and statistical analysis capability; excellent organizational skills; and an ability to think outside of the box. Master’s degree or higher, preferably in the sciences, economics, statistics, mathematics, or a related field. At least two years of applicable experience.

Moreover, any candidate must have significant expertise in the R programming environment. The candidate should be able to perform the following types of tasks in R:

• Manipulate large data sets in R (10 GB and bigger).
• Utilize Functional Programing and Vectorized Analyses to solve complicated problems.
• Take analyses that have been previously completed in less flexible software packages (e.g., Excel) and implement them in R.
• Develop interfaces for clients that allow them to manipulate, visualize, and analyze data in the R environment (e.g., via interactive web applications via Shiny).
• Develop and implement various data-mining techniques that may assist clients with targeted marketing efforts (e.g., Naïve Bayes, cluster analysis, logistic regression, Principal Components Analysis).

Experience with program evaluation, statistics, survey design, or energy efficiency and energy systems is a plus. The following qualifications are desirable:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications for reporting.
• Professional experience in the energy efficiency, public policy, environmental consulting, or market research fields is desirable, but not required.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously and under time pressures.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.

ADM offers competitive compensation packages including medical/dental/life insurance, 401(k).

ADM is an equal opportunity employer. ADM does not discriminate in its employment practices with regard to age, ancestry, religion, color, creed, cultural background, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, military obligations, national origin, race, sex, or sexual orientation.

Only candidates who submit an application, resume and cover letter through our company website will be considered for the position. To apply, click the “apply for position” button above.