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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Researcher (RSCH DATA ANL 3 RP) - **Company:** University of California, Davis - **Location:** Davis, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $89,775.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Databases, Content Analysis, Design of User Interfaces, Utility Software - **Published:** October 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18534784?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18534784%2FSenior-Researcher-Rsch-Data-Anl-3-Rp-California-Davis ## About the Role Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position * B.S. in sociology, public policy, statistics, data science, environmental social science, science & technology studies, or a related or a related discipline and/or equivalent experience/training. * Demonstrated experience designing and executing mixed-methods research combining quantitative statistical analysis/survey design with qualitative interviews, focus groups, and case studies. * Experience conducting policy or program evaluation in an applied research setting including policy analysis and stakeholder consultation. * Thorough knowledge of research function and design; in qualitative research methods (interviews, surveys, content analysis, policy analysis). * Skills in statistical analysis, survey methodology, multivariate analysis, and research software programming * Thorough skills in analyzing and interpreting quantitative and qualitative research data * Thorough skills in stakeholder engagement and communicating complex information clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing., * Master's degree or Ph.D. in sociology, public policy, statistics, data science, environmental social science, science & technology studies, or a related or a related discipline and/or equivalent experience/training. * Applied research experience related to building energy systems, HVAC, indoor air quality, load flexibility, building electrification, or adjacent clean energy technology deployment. * Familiarity with UI/UX and usability research methods, including testing of consumer-facing energy technologies. Knowledge of building-energy technologies (e.g., heat pumps, advanced controls, mechanical ventilation systems), codes and standards, utility programs, and California or federal clean-energy policy landscape. Experience cultivating long-term stakeholder relationships across industry, government, and community-based organizations. * Track record of peer-reviewed publications or academic/industry presentations. * Experience with strategic communications, including website content, newsletters, and social media for research dissemination., * Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Never 0 Hours * Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours * Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Occasional Up to 3 Hours * Microwave/Radiation - Never 0 Hours * Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Never 0 Hours * Extreme Temperatures - Never 0 Hours * Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Mental Demands * Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours * Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours * Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours * Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours * Numerical skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours * Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours * Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours * Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours, Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. ## Description The Senior Researcher provides advanced research, statistical, qualitative, policy, and programmatic support to research initiatives focused on building-energy systems and market transitions such as building electrification, load flexibility, and indoor air quality. The position supports the innovation and commercialization of advanced HVAC and ventilation solutions by evaluating emerging building-energy challenges requiring rigorous mixed-methods research designs-combining statistical analysis and large-scale survey research with qualitative interviews, focus groups, case studies, UI/UX usability testing, customer perspective evaluations, and workforce gap analysis. Operating with a high degree of autonomy as an experienced professional, the Senior Researcher independently designs survey instruments, determines sampling procedures, plans long-term statistical and qualitative studies, manages project databases, executes multivariate statistical testing, applies qualitative coding frameworks, implements data security protocols, and conducts policy analysis related to state/federal energy regulations. The role also leads outreach and communications efforts to engage stakeholders and disseminate research findings. The Senior Researcher collaborates with internal and external partners to support program development, inform strategic planning, and advance organizational objectives in buildingenergy research and policy. The Market Transformation Research Program (MTRP) is situated within the Western Cooling Efficiency Center (WCEC). In addition to pursuing its own research agenda, the Program provides critical technical expertise to the WCEC to ensure the latter's engineering research is grounded in an understanding of the policy, economic, and behavioral factors that influence the market for the technologies the Center develops and tests. The Senior Researcher will work closely with the MTRP Director and other lead researchers to ensure the Program's strategic support amplifies the impact of the WCEC's engineering research.