Senior Research Analyst - Plastics Sustainability

$75,000 - $95,000/Yr

Dow Jones - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Houston, TX

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The Senior Research Analyst for Plastics Sustainability at Dow Jones is responsible for conducting global research and analysis related to plastics sustainability. This role involves model building, dataset development, and scenario modeling to assess supply and demand, costs, and carbon emissions associated with linear and circular production of plastics. The analyst will also support insight development on global regulations and policies, contributing to white papers and enhancing client experience through content delivery tools.

Responsibilities

• Collect and organize regulatory and policy developments associated with plastics sustainability
• Lead the preparation of models, data sets, and analytics for CMA's plastics sustainability activities
• Support the design and preparation of content delivery tools that enhance client experience
• Support preparation of content across the platform as subject matter expert for analytical tools and processes
• Support preparation of content that positions the service with government and financial entities, industry stakeholders, NGOs and stakeholder alliances
• Develop an understanding of the technologies for collection and sorting aspects of plastics waste and implications from advancements in IND 4.0
• Support and leverage intra-company global expertise and content to support platform deliverables.

Requirements

• 5+ years relevant experience
• Knowledge of the petrochemical value chain or experience with quickly gaining an applied understanding of a new industry area, including waste management
• Advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint and the use of analytical tools such as databases, spreadsheets, process documenting and business intelligence applications
• Experience with data visualization applications, data analysis and data modeling
• Investigative ability and curiosity to understand and solve data issues and other problems
• Experience distilling complex content to clients and multiple global stakeholders across different levels of the business
• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering (preferred), Chemistry (preferred), Business, Finance/Accounting, Information Systems Management, Data Science or relevant discipline -OR- equivalent work experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans
• Comprehensive Insurance Plans
• Lifestyle programs & Wellness Resources
• Education Benefits
• Family Care Benefits & Caregiving Support
• Commuter Transit Program
• Subscription Discounts
• Employee Referral Program