Economist / Policy Analyst

U.S. Congress Joint Economic Committee
Washington - United States
S: Commensurate with experience

The Democratic staff of the U.S Congress Joint Economic Committee (JEC) is seeking an economist / policy analyst with substantive experience in applied microeconomics and public policy research.

Duties:

• Working collaboratively with JEC staff on a wide variety of U.S. economic policy issues

• Researching, writing and editing reports on various federal policies and legislative proposals

• Proposing ideas for new research topics on issues relevant to current public policy debates

• Aggregating and analyzing economic data

• Researching, writing and editing briefing documents for Congressional hearings

• Advising the Ranking Member and the Staff Director on economic issues

• Communicating with House and Senate Committees, federal agencies and think tanks

Basic Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Economics or Public Policy required; Ph.D. level preferred

• 2+ years of professional experience in research and data analysis, including applied microeconomics and public policy

Other Qualifications:

• Proficiency with STATA and U.S. Census microdata

• Excellent writing skills, with the ability to convey complex policy issues to non-economists

• Significant understanding of the American political system; Washington experience preferred

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to dems@jec.senate.gov with subject line "Economist / Policy Analyst position." Applicants who are called for an interview will be asked to submit writing samples and a list of references.

Position available immediately. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.

Salary commensurate with experience.

The Joint Economic Committee is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, disability, national origin, uniformed service, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

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