Economist, Penn Wharton Budget Model

Job Description Summary

Wharton School Overview... The Penn Wharton Budget Model (PWBM) is a non-partisan, research-based initiative... PWBM has a staff opening for a new or experienced micro- or macroeconomist...

DUTIES:

• Build models to estimate the effects of policy on households, businesses, budgetary outcomes...
• Analyze data to test the effectiveness of current policies.
• Work with the team to create, update, extend, and calibrate large scale economic/financial models.
• Generate reports related to public policy...
• Oversee, direct, and train junior research staff.
• Engage with external stakeholders such as federal agencies and lawmakers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A PhD in economics and 2-3 years of relevant experience...
• Concentrations in public finance/economics... preferred.
• Passion for using data, analytical methods...
• Experience performing econometric research...
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively work independently and collaboratively...