Centre for Net Zero (CNZ) is a not-for-profit, impact-driven energy research institute, founded by the Octopus Energy Group. Operating autonomously, our goal is to accelerate the journey to a fully sustainable, global energy system ♻️ 🌎

While technology is transforming the energy sector, both modelling and policymaking are typically based on data from the past. By contrast, CNZ can access unprecedented insight into future human behaviours by leveraging Octopus Energy’s global customer base. We design and run research and field trials around the world to generate and democratise data about the future energy system.

We are seeking an Economist/Data Scientist to join our Trials and Analysis team at the Centre for Net Zero (CNZ) for an 18-month fixed-term contract. CNZ operates a hybrid working arrangement, where most colleagues come to the office 2-3 times per week.

The Trials and Analysis team leads the design and delivery of field trials and quasi-experimental analyses, in collaboration with a range of delivery partners – including companies within the Octopus Energy Group, including Octopus Energy Limited, the largest electricity supplier in the UK, Octopus Electric Vehicles, Octopus Electroverse, and Octopus Energy Group companies supplying energy to consumers in France, Spain, Italy, Japan, Texas, and other markets; as well as external partners such as National Energy System Operator and OVO Energy.

The main responsibilities of this role are the design and analysis of various randomised control trials (RCTs) and quasi-experimental analyses related to low carbon technology adoption, automation, energy flexibility, and the intersection of these topics. In turn, our vision is that this research shapes policy for the better.