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Phd Economist

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Institute for Defense Analyses
Alexandria - United States
S: Based on experience

APPLYING ECONOMICS TO DEFENSE POLICY MAKING
 
The Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) is a non-profit corporation supporting the Department of Defense and other federal government agencies with applied economics and multi-disciplinary research.

IDA researchers support senior defense officials by applying economic theory to issues on National Security policy and resource management. This ranges from applying proven tools to new problems and data to developing new models and new theory. Recent examples include the development of models for forecasting the supply of military recruits and analyzing alternative force structures to address an uncertain future; assessments of DoD health care incentives; development and enhancement of parametric models to forecast major weapon system costs; an assessment of the variation in Department of Veterans Affairs benefits across states; hedonic analysis to correct for quality differences in calculating price indices for fighter aircraft; and evaluation of alternative policies for meeting the demand for strategic materials that might be hard to obtain in wartime.
IDA takes great pride in the high caliber and timeliness of its analyses, which are produced in an atmosphere that encourages independent thinking and objective results. Work at IDA is conducted in a team environment and often involves a multi-disciplinary approach that includes physicists, engineers, and other social scientists. Researchers work closely, and are in frequent contact, with government sponsors. Consequently, strong communications skills are greatly valued.

We are looking for applicants in all JEL classification categories. Recent PhD graduates as well as those in mid-career with PhD will be considered. Applicants must have demonstrated superior skill in quantitative, econometric, statistical, or computational methods. Prospective applicants should also possess a strong interest in applied research.

U.S. citizenship is required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Interested candidates must apply on-line to BOTH:
IDA: Register and apply on-line and upload a resume (with GPA) and cover letter. The various postings are as follows:
Macroeconomist - https://jobs-ida.icims.com/jobs/2092/phd-economist---macroeconomics/job
Mechanism design - https://jobs-ida.icims.com/jobs/2091/phd-economist---mechanism-design/job
Generalist - https://jobs-ida.icims.com/jobs/2079/phd-economist/job
AND

2) EconJobMarket: Apply to the relevant IDA job posting on https://econjobmarket.org/ and submit a resume, three letters of recommendation, unofficial transcripts, and your job market paper (abstract and full copy are required).
We will be recruiting at the AEA Annual Meeting in Philadelphia in January 2014. You are encouraged to submit your application as early as possible to be considered for interviews at that meeting.

Job summary

Employer:

Institute for Defense Analyses

Location:

Alexandria , United States

Education:

PhD/Doctorate

Sector:

Other

Salary:

Based on experience

Job Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full-Time

Posted:

16th October 2013

Apply By:

31st December 2013

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