Economist - Panel Data & Policy Insights (London, 2-3 days)

Public Sector Resourcing; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department is seeking an Economist for a contract position in London. The role involves analyzing longitudinal panel survey data and applying econometric techniques to influence key government policies. Candidates should have a solid foundation in economic theory, alongside proficiency in econometric software such as Stata, R, or Python. This position encourages applicants with disabilities and veterans, ensuring an inclusive hiring process. The contract is based in London with a salary reflecting gross payment per day.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in panel data econometrics, causal inference, and time-series modelling.
• Ability to test, interpret, and communicate econometric models effectively.
• Experience writing accessible reports for publication.

Responsibilities

• Analyse longitudinal panel survey data using regression techniques.
• Critique and validate econometric models, ensuring robustness.
• Translate complex analytical outputs into clear insights.

Skills

Panel data econometrics

Causal inference

Econometric software proficiency

Fixed-effects regression analysis

Education

Strong grounding in economic theory

Tools

Stata

R

Python

Job description

A government department is seeking an Economist for a contract position in London. The role involves analyzing longitudinal panel survey data and applying econometric techniques to influence key government policies. Candidates should have a solid foundation in economic theory, alongside proficiency in econometric software such as Stata, R, or Python. This position encourages applicants with disabilities and veterans, ensuring an inclusive hiring process. The contract is based in London with a salary reflecting gross payment per day.