Data Analyst; RSCH DATA ANL RP

#CA-PS Under direction of the Global South Center Director, the new hire will focus on data analysis, research implementation, and project coordination across multiple funded research initiatives. The analyst will support research within the global automotive transition sector, with a particular focus on electric vehicles, battery supply chains, and the market and policy forces shaping the sector. Under general direction, the analyst will contribute to the design, execution, and reporting of research activities, working collaboratively with researchers, staff, and students.

The role emphasizes applying established research methods, managing datasets, and producing high-quality analytical outputs to inform project outcomes and stakeholder engagement.

#CA-PS Under direction of the Global South Center Director, the new hire will focus on data analysis, research implementation, and project coordination across multiple funded research initiatives. The analyst will support research within the global automotive transition sector, with a particular focus on electric vehicles, battery supply chains, and the market and policy forces shaping the sector. Under general direction, the analyst will contribute to the design, execution, and reporting of research activities, working collaboratively with researchers, staff, and students.

The role emphasizes applying established research methods, managing datasets, and producing high-quality analytical outputs to inform project outcomes and stakeholder engagement.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, energy, transportation, or a closely related field
• Minimum one year of relevant professional or research experience with working with large EV and supply chain data sets, assessing market trends in different geographies, supply chain mapping, and working with advanced softwares like Python and R (internships and thesis research are welcome).
• Demonstrated experience in quantitative data analysis, including working skills in visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Python libraries, R, Excel or similar.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information clearly and concisely.
• Working skills in analysis and consultation.
• Knowledge of EV and battery supply chains, including raw materials, manufacturing, and logistics considerations

• Familiarity with the global automotive market and an understanding of electric vehicle technology and commercialization trends
• Experience of working in a global team and cross collaboration on multiple projects Knowledge, Skills,

• 70% - Research and Analysis
• 20% - Reporting and Dissemination
• 10% - Collaboration and Project Support

The UC Davis Institute of Transportation Studies (ITS-Davis) is the leading university-based sustainable transportation program in the world. Founded in 1991 to conduct and share multidisciplinary research on emerging and important transportation issues and to improve transportation education, the institute now has more than 120 graduate students working with 60+ faculty. Our programs focus on energy and environment, advanced vehicle technologies, transportation fuels, land use planning, consumer behavior, and new mobility—all with an eye toward contributing to sound regional, national, and international transportation policy

• Salary or Pay Range: $35.00/hr.
  
  - $62.45/hr.
• Salary Frequency:
  Hourly
• Salary Grade: STEPS
• UC
  
  Job Title:
  
  RSCH DATA ANL 2 RP
• UC Job Code: 005273
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type:
  Staff:
  Career
• Percentage of Time: 100% Fixed
• Shift (Work Schedule): M-F, 8-5
• Location:
  
  Davis, CA
• Union Representation: RP
  - Research and Public Service Professionals
• Benefits Eligible:
  Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Retirement plans for eligible employees including…