Research Analyst - Public Transport (Sustainable Mobility)

Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), New Delhi

Research Analyst - Public Transport (Sustainable Mobility)

Terms of reference

The Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) is one of Asia’s leading not-for-profit policy research institutions. CEEW works at the intersection of energy, environment, economy, and human development to generate evidence that informs policy and practice. CEEW places strong emphasis on methodological rigour, interdisciplinary analysis, and policy relevance.

At CEEW, we are deliberate about what we stand for (and what we don’t stand for!) as an employer. If the description below resonates with you, we would love to hear from you!

At CEEW, we build careers in public policy

● We offer strong visionary leadership - with emphasis on research and impact at scale

● We actively promote leadership by initiative

● We celebrate talent and ambition

● You will be surrounded by smart people who will challenge you and help you grow

● You will learn faster than your peers in other organisations

● Curiosity and irreverence, as well as responsibility, come together at CEEW

● You will get above-market remuneration

● We provide a safe space for all

● At CEEW, your life is your example for others

Designation offered

Research Analyst

Team/ Focus area

Sustainable Mobility – Microbus and Public Transport

Location

New Delhi, India

Reporting to

Programme Lead

Job Summary:

CEEW seeks to hire a Research Analyst to support and strengthen the Mobility team’s work on microbuses and public transport systems, particularly in small and medium-sized cities. The role will focus on evaluating operational, financial, and institutional frameworks for microbus deployment, identifying implementation challenges, and designing scalable business models for wider adoption. The candidate will conduct in-depth assessments of microbus pilots in collaboration with peer institutes, industry partners, and government stakeholders.

The position will also require a strong understanding of urban governance structures to develop institutional pathways that enable sustainable integration of microbuses into city transport systems. In addition to rigorous analytical work, the candidate will contribute to high-impact policy outputs, stakeholder consultations, and communication materials, helping translate research into actionable strategies for strengthening public transport delivery.

Job duties and accountabilities

Research and analytical support:

● Conduct techno-economic analyses, operational assessments, and business case evaluations to inform scalable microbus deployment in small and medium-sized cities.

● Assess national and state-level mobility trends to contextualise developments in the microbus and IPT sectors.

● Review policies, regulatory frameworks, and technology pathways to propose technically sound and commercially viable implementation models.

● Design and execute primary research, including questionnaire development, enumerator training, field monitoring, and data validation.

● Conduct literature reviews and synthesise findings into structured reports and high-impact knowledge products.

● Support impact assessments related to electric mobility, including employment, skills development, economic implications, and environmental benefits.

Collaboration and stakeholder engagement

● Develop microbus connectivity and feeder service plans in coordination with local operators, industry partners, and government stakeholders.

● Engage with government officials, industry representatives, and academic institutions to gather insights, validate findings, and strengthen institutional pathways.

● Contribute analytical outputs, including concise insights and compelling data visualisations for stakeholder communications and social media dissemination.

● Support capacity-building initiatives, stakeholder consultations, and knowledge dissemination events.

Programme & Project Assistance

● Assist in project implementation activities across public transport and electric mobility initiatives.

● Prepare presentations, factsheets, and research communication materials to support programme objectives.

● Provide coordination and administrative support for workshops, consultations, and outreach activities, as required.

Selection Criteria

Education and experience:

● Master’s degree with specialisation in transport planning/transportation engineering/urban planning/public policy/ energy or related field.

● Should have a strong research background, including an understanding of bus operation.

● Published peer-reviewed publications or high-impact policy reports.

Key Skills:

● Advanced Excel for techno-economic assessments

● Excellent with GIS tools

● Excellent writing skills

● Ability to synthesise urban planning/ mobility concepts into policy insights

● Comfort handling tight deadlines

● Strong stakeholder engagement capabilities

● Alignment with CEEW culture: curious, responsible, and impact-driven

● Basic proficiency in Python, R, or STATA is desirable

CEEW operates in a dynamic environment, and the candidate will be required to show flexibility in undertaking a variety of tasks.

Compensation

Competitive compensation – commensurate with the experience and matching the best of the standards adopted by industry or other similar organisations for similar roles.

Application Process

CEEW is an equal opportunity employer, and the selection process does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, caste, ethnicity, religion, or sexuality. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested applicants are advised to apply at the earliest possible time. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. We appreciate your interest.