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Data Senior/Research Associate - Strengthening Data Systems and Analytics
Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL)New Delhi, India
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Description
A two-year role at J-PAL South Asia embedded within REC Limited, focused on strengthening data systems and analytics for India's electricity distribution sector under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS).
- Build and manage data pipelines, analytics workflows, and code libraries (SQL/Python/R) using high-frequency smart metering data for operational and policy decision-making
- Support training content development, workshop delivery, and capacity building for power distribution companies (DISCOMs) and government stakeholders
- Engage with power sector partners to translate operational data needs into analytics and training priorities
- Requires 2–4 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in Economics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field; a Master's degree is preferred
Visa/Work Authorization: Candidates must have existing work authorization to work in India — no sponsorship is indicated. The role is based in New Delhi in an embedded government setting.
Apply via the J-PAL South Asia jobs portal: jpalsouth.asia. For queries, contact [email protected].
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