Economic Research Analyst – Market Analytics

Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services seeks an Economic Research Associate in Tallahassee to support marketing and development initiatives. The role focuses on economic data collection, analysis, and reporting to inform policy and industry strategies.

The position requires advanced degrees or substantial professional experience in economics or related fields, with strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills for cross-agency work.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include degrees or years of experience in economics, agricultural economics, statistics or marketing.
• Education credentials must be verified for foreign and domestic degrees.
• Candidates must have valid driver license and ability to conduct research and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct assistance to staff on administrative and research tasks.
• Maintain expertise in data management, analytics and reporting.
• Prepare charts, tables and dashboards for marketing of Florida agricultural products.
• Conduct market research and report on Florida and international markets.

Skills

Public relations principles

Program planning techniques

Effective communications

Basic statistics

Data collection principles

Economic data analysis

Economic data visualization

Technical reporting

Concise presentation

Interpersonal collaboration

Agricultural market knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in economics, agricultural economics, statistics, or business

Master's degree in economics, agricultural economics, statistics, or business

Doctorate in economics, agricultural economics, statistics or business

Job description

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services seeks an Economic Research Associate in Tallahassee to support marketing and development initiatives. The role focuses on economic data collection, analysis, and reporting to inform policy and industry strategies.

The position requires advanced degrees or substantial professional experience in economics or related fields, with strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills for cross-agency work.