World at Abt

Solving the world’s most pressing issues and improving the quality of life for people worldwide is what we do every day at Abt Associates. Creating a more equitable and sustainable world is no small task, but we are driven by big challenges. 

We are a team of 4,000 people in over 50 countries working in unison and focused on the bigger picture. Only by sharing our commitment and energy do we affect change and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We welcome diverse ideas, backgrounds, and viewpoints – joining Abt means access to exceptional thinkers at the top of their game. 

To thrive at Abt is to embrace flexibility and freedom. We’ll enable your entrepreneurial spirit to design your work as you deem fit, balancing your work and personal life as needed to optimize personal well-being. Creating a more equitable world starts from within – we look after people around the world, and we’ll do the same for you.

Ready to embrace rewarding and meaningful work? Now’s your chance.

The Opportunity 

Abt Associates seeks an Analyst to join a multidisciplinary team in supporting the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in addressing emissions of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) under the 2020 American Innovation and Manufacturing Act. The successful candidate will support scientific, analytical, and regulatory projects focused on reducing HFC emissions and promoting climate-friendly alternatives.

Core Responsibilities

• Engages with Environmental Protection Agency staff to develop and implement public policies to promote climate-friendly alternatives to hydrofluorocarbons (e.g., leading economic analyses of proposed rulemakings, including small business and environmental justice impacts.)
• Leads research and environmental analyses of climate-friendly alternatives for refrigeration, air conditioning, foams, and aerosol applications (e.g., developing industry profiles and market assessments related to HFCs in commercial use.)
• Supports data analyses, especially involving economic and chemical information (e.g., leading the collection and analysis of data on HFC production and use.)
• Develops tools, models, and other resources (e.g., developing content for communication and outreach materials such as webpages, fact sheets, and data visualization dashboards.)
• Applies quantitative and/or qualitative analysis techniques and methods.
• Manages tasks independently, delegating and reviewing work for accuracy, and quality. 
• Collaborates with other Abt staff to support projects with the Environmental Protection Agency, and other federal and state agencies.

What We Value

• Senior Analyst: Bachelor’s Degree Five years of relevant experience or Master’s Degree 3 years of relevant experience or PhD
• Associate: Master’s Degree Seven years of relevant experience or PhD Four years of relevant experience. 
• Background in environmental sciences, chemistry, chemical or environmental engineering, public policy, or other related technical disciplines.
• Experience and interest in working on topics related to HFCs. 
• Familiarity with key environmental policies and programs, such as the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act.
• Experience with part or all of the regulatory development process. 
• Strong quantitative skills, including expertise with Excel and R. Qlik Sense ArcGIS, Drupal, Java, React a plus.
• Experience with Federal or State government a plus.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.

What We Offer

We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits, flexible schedules, and professional development.

Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of approximately $69,111.30 to $146,254.01and may vary by ten percent depending on candidate geographic location. Salary offers are made based on internal equity and market analysis.

Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.

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