PhD Economist: Flexible, Mentored Path in Consulting

Secretariat; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Secretariat is a leading global expert services and consulting firm hiring PhD economists to apply rigorous economic analysis to high-stakes disputes. The role emphasizes research, data handling, and clear communication to translate complex findings into client-ready insights.

You will work with renowned economists and case teams, leveraging doctoral training to contribute from day one, in a collaborative, supportive environment that values growth and practical application.

Qualifications

• PhD in Economics, Business, Public Policy, or closely related field, completed or expected by start date.
• Strong academic training in microeconomics, econometrics, quantitative methods, applied economics, or related areas.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct rigorous research, work with data, and apply economic reasoning to complex questions.
• Interest in applying doctoral training to consulting, litigation, regulatory, or other high-stakes business and policy matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Intellectual curiosity, sound judgment, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Conduct rigorous economic research using data and models to address high-stakes disputes.
• Collaborate with economists and case teams to translate analysis into client work.
• Explain complex ideas clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Quantitative methods

Education

PhD in Economics or related field

Tools

Stata

R

Python

MATLAB

SQL

Excel

Job description

Secretariat is a leading global expert services and consulting firm hiring PhD economists to apply rigorous economic analysis to high-stakes disputes. The role emphasizes research, data handling, and clear communication to translate complex findings into client-ready insights.

You will work with renowned economists and case teams, leveraging doctoral training to contribute from day one, in a collaborative, supportive environment that values growth and practical application.