Economist I — Data-Driven Growth & Pricing

Amazon; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon.com strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company where customers can shop in our stores to find and discover anything they want to buy. Economists at Amazon partner closely with senior management, business stakeholders, scientists and engineers to solve key business problems.

You will develop econometric models and apply quantitative techniques to large data sets. The role requires a PhD in Economics or closely related field, with strong research credentials and the ability to

Qualifications

• PhD in Economics, Quantitative Marketing, Finance, or closely related field.
• Deep knowledge of observational causal inference methods.
• Strong background in statistics methodology, applications to business problems, and/or big data.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced business environment.
• Strong research track record.
• Effective verbal and written communications skills with both economists and non-economist audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop econometric models using large data sets and apply approaches from econometrics to business problems.
• Collaborate with senior management, stakeholders, scientists and engineers to solve key business problems.
• Contribute to the design of automated systems around the company and communicate findings clearly to non-economists.

Skills

Economics

Quantitative methods

Education

PhD in Economics

Job description

Amazon.com strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company where customers can shop in our stores to find and discover anything they want to buy. Economists at Amazon partner closely with senior management, business stakeholders, scientists and engineers to solve key business problems.

You will develop econometric models and apply quantitative techniques to large data sets. The role requires a PhD in Economics or closely related field, with strong research credentials and the ability to