How to Apply
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Job Summary
Sr. Economist for University of Michigan (Ann Arbor). Requires Ph.D. in Economics including academic knowledge of: statistical methodologies; macroeconomics and labor economics; economic forecasting and nowcasting methodologies; analysis, comparison, and evaluation of time-series data and present results; and Python, Stata, and/or Matlab tools.
Remote work up to 20% (1 day/week) permitted.
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Background check required upon offer acceptance.
Mission Statement
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
Responsibilities*
Participate as a senior analyst in planning and producing Research Seminar in Quantitative Economics (RSQE) forecasts across multiple geographies, such as the United States, Michigan, or Michigan's local economies.
Participate as a senior co-author in writing accompanying forecast documents and presentations.
Manage research to improve RSQEs forecasting models. Improve RSQEs data gathering and distribution efforts.
Participate in economic impact analyses and/or sociodemographic analyses related to Michigan's economy.
Take a leadership role in developing external funding by planning and writing grant proposals.
Develop and refine statistical models for use in RSQEs research. Handle inquiries from the press, forecast surveys, government agencies, and forecast audiences. Remote work up to 20% (1 day/week) permitted.
Required Qualifications*
Ph.D. in Economics including academic knowledge of: statistical methodologies; macroeconomics and labor economics; economic forecasting and nowcasting methodologies; analysis, comparison, and evaluation of time-series data and present results; and Python, Stata, and/or Matlab tools.
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Background check required upon offer acceptance.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Additional Information
As one of the world's great liberal arts colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.
To learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion in LSA, please visit lsa.umich.edu/lsa/dei.
To learn more about LSA's Mission, Vision and Values, please visit lsa.umich.edu/strategicvision.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
