JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)
August 1, 2015 - January 31, 2016
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Section: Full-Time Nonacademic
Location: Chicago, Illinois, UNITED STATES
JEL Classification: 00 -- Default: Any Field
Salary Range: competitive
Full Text of JOE Listing:
Responsibilities:
-Develop testable economic models relevant to key case questions
-Perform sophisticated statistical and econometric analysis, including interpreting results and evaluating robustness
-Develop computer models, including detailed and potentially complex spreadsheet analyses
-Research and review economics literature pertinent to case questions
-Assist with development of expert reports and the components underlying those reports
-Supervise and conduct data gathering activities, including document review as well as supervision and quality control of data entry
-Lead quality control efforts and report auditing
-Lead and supervise teams in small and large engagements
-Contribute to engagement planning and management
-Prepare client communications for senior level review
-Train, develop and act as a mentor to Consultants and Sr. Consultants
-Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
-Ph.D. or “ABD” in Economics or closely related quantitative field required.
-Advanced statistical programming skills required. SAS experience preferred.
-Strong analytical, research, statistical, and quantitative abilities required.
-General purpose programming skills and experience preferred.
-Ability to lead small and large project teams or work streams on a variety of engagements required.
-Ability to manage multiple projects and meet timely deadlines required.
-Experience preparing and presenting client deliverables within defined timelines and budgets preferred.
-Effective oral and written communication skills required