Principal Research Analyst

Principal Analyst, Naphtha - OPIS, a Dow Jones Company About Our Organization: Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information, delivering content to consumers and organizations around the world across multiple formats, including print, digital, mobile and live events. Dow Jones has produced unrivaled quality content for more than 130 years and today has one of the world’s largest news-gathering operations globally. It is home to leading publications and products including the flagship Wall Street Journal, Barron’s, MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, Investor’s Business Daily, Factiva, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance, Dow Jones Newswires, and OPIS. Dow Jones is a division of News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV). About the Team: OPIS brings together unrivalled expertise in energy and chemicals to provide information and insight products that inform strategic investment and operational decisions for both industry and the financial sector. Our offerings include price benchmarks, asset databases, market forecasts, analysis of industry dynamics and company strategies, and tools to benchmark operational efficiency and production. About the Role: OPIS is seeking a Principal Analyst who will be responsible for research and analysis on naphtha markets. This position will play a key role in managing the delivery of a naphtha-focused service and will report to the Head of NGL & Naphtha within OPIS. You Will: Support existing services via primary research and analytical studies, including end-use demand modeling, supply/demand balancing, trade flows, pricing, market dynamics, individual company analysis, and econometric modeling. Lead the preparation of models, data sets and analytics for activities covering naphtha. Establish and maintain a reputation for naphtha market expertise, both internal and external. Contribute to feedstock price forecasting and communicate forecast key messages internally and externally. Lead the design and preparation of content delivery tools that enhance client experience. Support preparation of content and processes; serve as the primary interface with systems development for upcoming services. Support preparation of content to communicate naphtha insights to oil companies, petrochemical producers, and downstream consumers. Regularly provide neutral, objectively written Market Advisory Service content including weekly and monthly reports, special topic papers and strategic analyses. Contribute to OPIS team dynamics to ensure consistent global market coverage and analysis. Support and leverage intra-company expertise and content to support deliverables. You Have: Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance/Accounting, Information Systems Management, Data Science or relevant discipline. Degree in chemical engineering or chemistry preferred. 7+ years’ experience, including market intelligence and consulting research. Knowledge of the energy value chain and ability to quickly gain an applied understanding of market dynamics. Experience modeling refinery unit operation is a plus. Outgoing personality with ability to establish and maintain relationships and develop trust at multiple levels internally and externally. Excellent English communication skills (verbal and written); second language proficiency is a plus. Advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and manipulation of analytical tools such as databases, spreadsheets, process documentation, and business intelligence applications. Experience/knowledge of data visualization, data analysis and data modeling. Knowledge of Python scripting is a plus. APAC 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 Reasonable accommodation: Dow Jones, Making Careers Newsworthy - We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO/Disabled/Vets. Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application due to a disability, email Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates. Business Area: Dow Jones - OPIS - CMA Job Category: Data Analytics/Warehousing & BI Union Status: Non-Union role Since 1882, Dow Jones has been finding new ways to bring information to the world’s top business entities. This longevity and success is due to a relentless pursuit of accuracy, depth and innovation, enhanced by the wisdom of past experience and a solid grasp on the future ahead. More than its individual brands, Dow Jones is a modern gateway to intelligence with innovative technology, data feeds, integrated solutions, expert research, and customizable apps and delivery systems to bring the information that matters most to customers, when and where they need it, every day. 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