Economics Research Associate

NERA

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 115,000

Full time

30 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits
Tuition assistance
401K savings and other retirement

Job summary

NERA is seeking Researchers to join our Washington, DC offices. The role emphasizes building quantitative models, applying econometric methods, and delivering rigorous economic analysis for law firms, corporations, regulators, and governments.

The successful candidate will have strong analytical and communication skills, a BA/BS (or Masters) in economics or related fields, and exposure to finance, accounting, econometrics, and programming.

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills with attention to detail.
  • Strong written and oral communication abilities.
  • coursework or experience in finance, economics, accounting, econometrics, or programming.

Responsibilities

  • Designing and building quantitative models and applying econometric analysis to economic and financial data
  • Valuation analyses
  • Reviewing, summarizing, and analyzing industry trends
  • Creating trial exhibits and presentation materials
  • Writing code for complex data analysis
  • Participating in client meetings
  • Drafting memos and expert reports

Skills

Analytical skills
Critical thinking
Communication skills
Finance/Economics knowledge
Statistical analysis
Programming

Education

BA or BS in economics/related field
Masters degree (desirable)
Graduating by Summer 2027

Job description

NERA is seeking Researchers to join our Washington, DC offices. The role emphasizes building quantitative models, applying econometric methods, and delivering rigorous economic analysis for law firms, corporations, regulators, and governments.

The successful candidate will have strong analytical and communication skills, a BA/BS (or Masters) in economics or related fields, and exposure to finance, accounting, econometrics, and programming.

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