JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)

August 1, 2026 - January 31, 2027

Edgeworth Economics

Economist

JOE ID Number: 2026-02_111477998
Date Posted: 09/23/2026
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Economist
Section: Full-Time Nonacademic
Location: Washington, District of Columbia, UNITED STATES
JEL Classifications:
00 -- 00 - Default: Any Field
D -- Microeconomics
C0 -- General
Keywords:
Consulting
Antitrust
Labor
Full Text of JOE Listing:

Job Summary:
From the moment you walk through the doors at Edgeworth Economics, you will be treated as a valued addition to a team that is rich in diversity of cultures, education, and perspectives. Whether you are a consultant or a member of the administrative team, you can expect to build meaningful professional and personal relationships that will help you develop your talents, interests, and career path.

Edgeworth is an economic and quantitative consulting firm that provides economic analysis and expert testimony for clients facing complex litigation, regulatory, and other challenges involving antitrust, class certification, intellectual property, and labor and employment. Edgeworth’s expert economists, statisticians, data analysts, and other professionals assist clients with innovative solutions rooted in the rigorous application of economic principles and hard data. Organizations including leading law firms, Fortune 500 companies, and government agencies rely on Edgeworth Economics to help them navigate through their most critical legal disputes and other challenges.

Edgeworth is seeking candidates who are passionate about solving real-world economic, quantitative, and business problems. Principal Economists are responsible for providing project team leadership in the preparation of economic and statistical analyses for a variety of interesting and challenging projects.

Key Areas of Responsibility:
Identifying key economic issues and developing relevant analytical frameworks
Formulating economic and statistical models
Conducting empirical studies
Performing quantitative and qualitative research
Assisting economic testifying experts
Presenting results of analyses
Helping companies leverage analytic tools to better manage innovation

Qualifications and Requirements:
Candidates should hold a PhD degree with expertise in economics, statistics, or related areas such as econometrics, competitive economics, market structure, price theory, industrial organization or labor issues is a plus
At least three years of experience in economic consulting or a related quantitative field is preferred
Proficiency in programming languages and data tools like SAS, Stata, R, Python
Successful candidates will demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Benefits and Compensation:
Edgeworth Economics offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help you succeed personally and professionally. Eligible employees can take advantage of a variety of benefits and perks that include:Hybrid work model and casual dress code
        Health, dental, and vision coverage options
        A generous 401k plan
        Paid time off
        Monthly phone and fitness reimbursements
        Weekly wellness sessions
        Company-sponsored social events
        And more!

The applicable base salary range for this role is $190,000-235,000 per year. The base pay offered will be determined by factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, and education. In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible for a performance-based bonus.

Application Requirements:
  • Letters of Reference
  • Research Papers
  • Teaching Evaluations
  • Job Market Paper
  • Cover Letter
  • CV
Application deadline: 01/31/2027