JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)

August 1, 2016 - January 31, 2017

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

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Research Economist

JOE ID Number: 2016-02_111456729
Date Posted: 10/20/2016
Date Inactive: 01/31/2017
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Research Economist
Section: Full-Time Nonacademic
Location: Washington, District of Columbia, UNITED STATES
JEL Classifications:
J -- Labor and Demographic Economics
I -- Health, Education, and Welfare
Keywords:
Labor Economics
Health Economics
Full Text of JOE Listing:

The Bureau of Labor Statistics anticipates an opening for a junior or senior Research Economist in the Compensation Research and Program Development Group. Duties are equally divided between (1) self-directed research, and (2) activities that enhance the quality and usefulness of BLS programs and data. Self-directed research activities include being active within the academic community by presenting at seminars and conferences, publishing in peer-reviewed journals and participating in internal seminars. BLS research activities involve a range of BLS data, including the Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses and the National Compensation Survey. The ideal candidate has a solid background in labor and/or health economics, strong econometric skills, superior writing skills, the ability to analyze large microdata files, and familiarity with survey design. Applicants should have a PhD or expect one by September 2017.

We will attend the ASSA meetings. For full consideration, submit application materials (CV, Job Market Paper, Cover Letter, 3 Reference Letters) through JOE by December 2, 2016. Candidates must be U.S. citizens at time of application. BLS is an equal opportunity employer.

Please send inquiries about the position to CompResSen@bls.gov.

Application Requirements:
  • Letters of Reference
  • Job Market Paper
  • CV
  • Cover Letter
Application deadline: 12/02/2016
  • Application Deadline Has Passed