Job Description: Research & Site Development Analyst Title

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Job Description: Research & Site Development Analyst
Title
Research & Site Development Analyst
Description
This is a unique opportunity to help conduct research and assist in managing the efforts
for the commercial development of a new biofuel and wastewater treatment / water
production technology. It requires a diverse skill set in the areas of data analysis,
research, technical communications, organizational management and relationship
development.
The job will entail being the primary research analyst responsible for conducting efforts
on behalf of the company to site and develop commercial projects in the US and
worldwide. In addition, you will be responsible for developing and managing the
company’s lifecycle analysis and assessment and work closely with the company’s R&D
team to evaluate sustainability goals. It requires the ability to engage with internal and
external stakeholders, obtain accurate information on proposed sites that may or may
not be readily available, develop relationships, and manage complex problems. The
selected candidate will have a unique set of skills the company feels is appropriate to
conduct this effort, is technically minded, competently knowledgeable in the field of our
work and engaging.
You will work closely with a variety of people throughout the Algae Systems
management team but will work directly for the company’s Vice President of Operations
and Market Development. Your job will be to assist him and others in developing and
executing strategies for commercial project siting. You will develop tools, analyze data,
provide feedback and assist in decision making to meet this goal. You will be expected
to manage this effort, and collaborate well with technical, financial and marketing teams.
This position requires collaboration with an elite cross-disciplinary team of engineers,
technologists and scientists working together across diverse areas of expertise. You
must be able to understand the end-to-end technology process (including biological
processes, dewatering, chemical processing, environmental terms, utility trade jargon
and the fundamental political processes which would be involved in establishing a new
greenfield commercial site for the company) and synthesize technical information to
communicate the goals of the company and requirements of project siting. Your work
will be conducted in a fast-paced and sometimes high-stress work environment for a
small but groundbreaking company focused on developing technologies at the waterenergy nexus.
Duties & Responsibilities, you will/be:
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Conduct research & analysis on siting commercial facilities in the US and
worldwide;
Assist in managing internal communication and reporting on commercial project
development;
Job Description: Research & Site Development Analyst
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Assist in engaging and developing strong relationships with local authorities and
government on behalf of the company, including managing permitting efforts;
Responsible for building and managing the company’s lifecycle analysis tools;
Interfacing with the company’s engineers, researchers and management on a
regular basis;
Willing to travel from time to time both domestically and internationally;
Willing to work in the field and assist with various efforts as necessary. These
could involve anything from field data collections such as environmental
conditions, accurate and legible note taking during meetings, assisting field staff
members with any task necessary to accomplish the mission at hand in the most
efficient, effective way possible;
Other work as required from time to time by the Company;
Report directly to the Vice President of Operations and Market Development
Skills:
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Strong Excel and data analysis skills;
Excellent technical writing & communication skills;
Strong analytical, mathematical, computer and organizational skills.
Ability to manage a schedule and meet the deadlines set for you
Ability to effectively and positively collaborate with various stakeholders both
internally and externally;
Understand and put to use immediately technical processes and technology;
Ability to manage workflow and manage up and across the organization;
Experience or knowledge with sustainable engineering and design a plus –
including environmental compliance and lifecycle analysis.
Must be fluent in English (preferably as a first language)
A second or third language may be a definite plus (Japanese, Spanish, etc.)
The Ideal Applicant Is:
 Driven by developing sustainable technologies and has an incredible attention to
detail.
 Motivated to learn all aspects of the business and market.
 Self-motivated and a strong team player that is a pleasure to work with
 Maintains a positive attitude at all times
 Challenges conventional thinking and develops creative solutions to complex
problems.
 Flexible, a quick learner, adaptable and socially outgoing.
Required Experience:
 Strong evidence of extensive experience and working knowledge of the field (i.e.
a degree in a related technical or analytical field, professional licensure as an
engineer or similar standard, etc.)
 Graduate or post-graduate degree in a related technical or analytical field is a
strong preference.
Job Description: Research & Site Development Analyst
Job Location
Daphne, Alabama, USA, with potential to relocate within 12-24 months.
Benefits
 Salary commensurate with experience and education – offers are expected to be
competitive.
 Paid vacation, flexible time-off
 Health Insurance
 Equity plan
 The opportunity to help develop the world’s first carbon negative water and
renewable fuel project;
 The opportunity to work with an incredible team and to have a lot of fun doing it.
Deadline
ASAP. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting immediately until the
position is filled. Successful job candidates can start immediately. Send your resume,
salary history and cover letter via email (subject: Research & Site Development
Analyst). In your cover letter, please tell us why you would be a great addition to our
team and explain your comfort level working in this type of environment, and interest in
the field. Please also provide an example of writing, preferably technical or analytical in
nature. Applicants that do not provide a cover letter and writing sample will not be
considered.
Email:
jobs@algaesystems.com
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