Hybrid Senior Economist: Data-Driven Policy & Impact Lead

Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation; Lancaster (CA); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senior Economist at LAEDC's Institute for Applied Economics leads economic research projects, analyzes data, and communicates findings to stakeholders. The role requires designing studies, supervising staff, and delivering high-quality analyses on regional economics and policy impacts.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree, 5–10 years of related experience, strong skills in SQL, Python, and R, and a track record of managing complex research initiatives in a hybrid work environment based

Qualifications

• Master's degree and substantial experience in economic research.
• Ability to conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Experience designing and managing research projects.
• Strong data management and reporting skills.
• Proven ability to present findings to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct economic research and analysis for government, private, education and nonprofit clients.
• Oversee data collection, analysis and reporting from credible sources including public/private sources.
• Utilize advanced techniques to research complex data relationships (SQL, Python, R).
• Manage research projects from inception to draft delivery with timely outputs.
• Present findings, provide testimony and conduct on-the-record interviews when needed.
• Direct department economists and analysts to ensure quality and accuracy.

Skills

SQL

Python

R

Education

Master's degree (M.A. or M.S.)

Tools

STATA

EViews

Job description

The Senior Economist at LAEDC's Institute for Applied Economics leads economic research projects, analyzes data, and communicates findings to stakeholders. The role requires designing studies, supervising staff, and delivering high-quality analyses on regional economics and policy impacts.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree, 5–10 years of related experience, strong skills in SQL, Python, and R, and a track record of managing complex research initiatives in a hybrid work environment based