Economist

The Economist position at Quant Economics requires extraordinary analytical skills and superior quantitative training. Responsibilities and work experiences may include:

  • Formulating and constructing econometric models using statistical software such as STATA
  • Originating and building financial models using spreadsheet software such as Microsoft® Excel®
  • Performing research on market structure, conduct of market participants, and competitive performance
  • Processing raw economic, financial, and operational data, and investigating data integrity
  • Examining electronic and hard-copy documents
  • Creating graphical charts and tables in Microsoft® Excel®, Microsoft® PowerPoint®, or similar software
  • Crafting analytical arguments
  • Drafting letters, memoranda, and reports

Qualifications
Qualifications for the Economist position include:

  • Extraordinary analytical skills
  • Superior quantitative training
  • Substantial experience working with Microsoft® Word®, Microsoft® Excel®, Microsoft® PowerPoint®, and statistical software such as SAS or STATA
  • Exceptional written and verbal communications skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Organization, accuracy, and attention to detail
  • Desire to receive constructive feedback
  • Enthusiasm, motivation, and perseverance
  • Creativity, innovation, and intellectual curiosity
  • Doctoral degree in economics, finance, statistics, or related subject, from a leading university

Application
To apply for this position, please send a cover letter, resume, academic transcripts, and job market paper to Quant Economics. Please send your application via email to careers@QuantEconomics.com or via postal mail to Quant Economics, Inc., Attn: Careers, 12531 High Bluff Drive, Suite 110, San Diego, California 92130.