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Nuclear Energy Commercialization Analyst

We are currently hiring a Nuclear Energy Commercialization Analyst or Senior Nuclear Energy Commercialization Analyst to work with our growing advanced nuclear research and policy team to streamline nuclear licensing and regulatory frameworks in the service of commercializing new nuclear technologies that are safe, economically viable, and scalable. Our priority is to leverage existing market structures, regulatory regimes, and policy frameworks while advocating for increased incentives to ensure rapid and practical deployment of new nuclear projects. We believe that deploying new nuclear technologies is especially important for increasing implementation of clean, firm, and reliable electricity generation. We are seeking applicants who have some background in nuclear energy technology, regulation, risk analysis, or policy, or applicants who have a background in related fields, such as business, economics, public policy, and finance. This role is full-time and based in Washington D.C.

The Breakthrough Institute is committed to seeking innovative solutions to environmental and human development challenges in pursuit of a secure, healthier, and more prosperous future. In doing so, we do not shy away from contentious domestic and international political issues and from advocating for equity, justice, democracy, and human rights. We welcome candidates who bring varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds, and who are eager to learn about many ways of viewing the world. Our goal is to create a community that is rich in cultural, social, and intellectual diversity. The ability to think creatively and work in a group is essential.


Responsibilities:

  • Focus on commercialization efforts within Breakthrough's existing nuclear energy research program, which includes supporting the development and deployment of new nuclear technologies, maintaining the operation of existing nuclear energy facilities, and engaging in public and policy discussions around these issues

  • Participate in relevant NRC proceedings, provide formal review and comments for relevant rulings and rulemaking, and engage with relevant Congressional oversight committees and staff

  • Engage with industry, state and federal government, and other stakeholders on research and policy proposals on advancing new nuclear projects

  • Develop business strategies and models to help developers enhance nuclear commercialization

  • Conduct economic studies on new project viability within current regulatory and political structures

  • Attend both internal and external meetings as Breakthrough’s expert, speak on panels, and give interviews on subject knowledge

  • Contribute to research and funding proposals and engage with funders as needed

  • Undertake qualitative and quantitative research for internal and external use, culminating in memos, reports, working papers, web articles, pieces for external publication, and peer-reviewed publications

  • Follow the discourse on energy issues and propose new areas of research

Required Qualifications:

  • Experience or academic background in nuclear energy regulation, policy, or technology

  • Knowledge of economic modeling, project finance, cost-benefit analysis, risk analysis, and program evaluation

  • Business experience with deploying energy resources (nuclear technology preferred) in the private sector

  • Demonstrated ability to take initiative and take ownership of projects, delivering high-quality work on time

  • Fluency in English

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 3-5 years of experience or academic background in nuclear energy regulation, policy, or technology

  • Master’s or PhD degree in related field

  • Experience navigating the regulatory frameworks of state utilities

  • Experience with Nuclear Regulatory Commission advanced reactor licensing

  • Experience with nuclear safety and risk analysis

  • Demonstrated experience writing for non-technical audiences

Job Conditions:

  • This is a full-time, exempt position in Washington, D.C., with hybrid virtual and in-person work arrangements. A minimum of 3 days of in-office work is expected

  • Some evening or weekend time may be required depending on events and other job-related work outside of the office

Salary:

  • $70,000 - $112,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience

  • Excellent health insurance, dental and vision plans, paid leave, retirement plan, life insurance, disability insurance, professional development support, cell phone reimbursement, and commuter benefits

Application Instructions:

  • We will interview and hire on a near-term rolling basis

  • Please email a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to jobs[at]thebreakthrough.org

  • Please do not submit your application through alternate job sites such as LinkedIn. Applications that are incomplete or that are not emailed directly to jobs[at]thebreakthrough.org will not be considered

  • Your email subject should say: <Your Name>: <Job Title>

  • Your email should state how you heard about this position

  • Your cover letter should reflect on Breakthrough’s work and how you could contribute