Senior Analyst

About NIA

The Nuclear Innovation Alliance (NIA) is a non-profit, non-partisan, "think-and-do" tank based out of Washington D.C. Our mission is to help create the conditions for success for advanced nuclear energy so it can play a major role as an energy security and climate solution. To achieve our mission, NIA identifies barriers to advanced reactor deployment, performs independent and highly technical analysis, produces useful information resources, and engages with a wide range of stakeholders to support their efforts to overcome these barriers.

NIA is uniquely positioned to effectively support the development and deployment of advanced nuclear reactors due to our independent, non-partisan, highly technical, policy-based focus on advanced nuclear energy. NIA has deep technical and policy expertise on advanced nuclear energy, a reputation as an independent source of technical and policy information, and an ability to work with a diverse set of policymakers and stakeholders as a trusted partner. NIA is known for "deep dives" on important topics and for providing robust and complete information to policymakers.

Position Description Overview

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Senior Analyst will be responsible for executing and/or assisting with NIA research projects and events, as well as engagement with policymakers, stakeholders, and media. This role is full-time, benefit eligible.

Possible project areas include:

· U.S. NRC safety licensing for nuclear reactors and fuel cycle facilities

· U.S. NRC ADVANCE Act implementation

· U.S. NRC Environmental Reviews

· New nuclear energy's role in energy security and decarbonization

· Development and deployment of new nuclear energy and reactor technology

· State-level siting and regulation of new nuclear reactors

· Presenting and mentoring at the Nuclear Innovation Bootcamp

Responsibilities

· Research, writing, external engagement, and project management

· Focusing on new nuclear energy regulation - conduct research, develop policy recommendations, and present your findings to policymakers

· Serve as an expert on new nuclear energy policy, regulatory, and technical issues

· Assist with stakeholder engagement, including interactions with new nuclear companies, industry organizations, NGOs, government officials, donors, and utilities

· Represent NIA at meetings, hearings, and events

· Assist in strategic planning, grant proposals, and grant reporting

· Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications

· MS/MA in nuclear engineering, mechanical engineering, energy policy, or related field required

· Experience with nuclear energy licensing, either at the Nuclear Regulatory Commission or the nuclear industry

· Experience with and knowledge of new nuclear energy technology and policy

· Possess excellent research, analysis, and communication skills

· Interest in and enthusiasm for new nuclear power as a solution for energy security and climate mitigation

· Possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail

· Be considerate and respectful of others, consistent with a positive work environment

· Experience with fundraising and grant management is highly desired

Hiring Timeline

· Flexible, preference for start date in summer/fall 2025

Job Location

· Flexible, preference for DC

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Will need to sit and stand for long periods of time. May have to travel to off-site meetings. Must be able to use a phone and computer.

Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Nuclear Innovation Alliance is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, Veteran status, marital or family status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law