Associate

NABE; New York (NY); On-site; USD 240,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immigration assistance

Signing bonus

Job summary

Cornerstone Research in the United States seeks Associates with doctoral training in economics, finance, accounting, or marketing to develop project strategy, conduct and guide research, and interpret data to inform client outcomes. Candidates will be based in offices including New York, Boston, Chicago, London, and more, with immigration assistance provided where eligible.

The firm offers market‑leading compensation, base salary of $250,000 for the Associate role, and eligibility for signing

Qualifications

• Pursue doctoral studies in economics, finance, accounting, or marketing and graduate or near graduation.
• Ability to apply academic research to real‑world issues.
• Willing to work across multiple office locations including US and international offices.

Responsibilities

• Develop project strategy and guide research efforts.
• Direct analysis and interpretation of data for client matters.
• Collaborate with senior staff, clients, and experts to solve complex problems.

Skills

Research skills

Data analysis

Economics/Finance knowledge

Education

PhD in Economics

PhD in Finance

PhD in Accounting

PhD in Marketing

Job description

About Cornerstone Research

Cornerstone Research is at the forefront of economic and financial consulting, delivering the rigorous analytical solutions required to navigate complex disputes. The firm draws from an extensive network of prominent academic and industry experts to support each matter effectively. Pairing a deep understanding of economics and finance with a suite of industry‑leading artificial intelligence and machine‑learning tools, Cornerstone provides clients with a sophisticated, tailored approach. A reputation for innovation, precision, and excellence has defined Cornerstone since 1989. That momentum continues with over 1,000 professionals collaborating across nine offices in the US, UK, and EU.

Associates at Cornerstone Research

Associates play a central role at Cornerstone Research in developing project strategy, conducting and guiding research, directing analysis, understanding and interpreting data, and proposing effective approaches to the problems faced by their teams. Associates work closely with senior staff, clients, and experts to define objectives, guide research efforts, and mentor junior staff. Associates apply theoretical and empirical research skills gained through their graduate‑level training to conduct innovative and rigorous analysis to interesting real‑world problems. The outcomes of our cases regularly have a direct impact on public policy and corporate strategy.

Candidate Profile

We seek candidates who have pursued doctoral studies in economics, finance, accounting, or marketing, and who have graduated or will be graduating in the coming year. Candidates must have the ability to apply academic research to real‑world issues. We are currently hiring in our Boston, Brussels, Chicago, London, Los Angeles, New York, Bay Area (San Francisco and Silicon Valley), and Washington, D.C., offices. Cornerstone Research will provide immigration assistance to eligible foreign nationals in accordance with the firm’s immigration policy and applicable law.

Cornerstone Research offers a market‑leading compensation and benefits package. The base salary for the Associate role with a relevant Ph.D. will be $250,000 in the United States. In addition to the base salary, new Associates will be eligible for a signing bonus depending on skills, education, and experience. Associates are eligible for discretionary bonuses based on performance, firm contributions, and other factors. Previous relevant work experience will be taken into consideration in determining compensation. Information about our benefits, including health and wellness and family support, can be found on the Careers page of our website.

Cornerstone Research provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to legally protected categories, such as age, sex, gender, gender identity, race, color, creed/religious belief, medical condition, predisposing genetic characteristics or genetic information or testing, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, military status, veteran status, arrest or conviction record (except where permitted by law), sexual orientation, ethnic background, citizen status, ancestry, national origin, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law.