Public-Facing Macro Economist & Data Scientist

Wealthfront; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Wealthfront is seeking an economist or data scientist with macro expertise to produce public-facing economic research, data sets, and written content using first- and third-party data. This role sits in the Investment Research and Data Science team and supports the Content Team by translating consumer, market, and business trends into personal finance insights for young professionals.

The position will help grow our market commentary vertical and newsletter, Vested Interest, and will collaborate

Qualifications

• Experience analyzing stock market data and key economic indicators (CPI, PPI, FRED, etc.) and producing public-facing writing.
• Ability to create data visualizations and communicate complex macroeconomic concepts to broad audiences.

Responsibilities

• Monitor macroeconomic trends and generate timely analyses for public consumption.
• Turn analyses into written content, visuals, and interactive tools for engagement across channels.
• Collaborate with Communications, Social Media and Creative teams to distribute work widely.
• Conduct media, podcast, and video interviews to publicize analyses.
• Support additional Research content and resources as needed.

Skills

Macroeconomics

Data analysis

Public-facing writing

Data visualization

Media interviews

Job description

Wealthfront is seeking an economist or data scientist with macro expertise to produce public-facing economic research, data sets, and written content using first- and third-party data. This role sits in the Investment Research and Data Science team and supports the Content Team by translating consumer, market, and business trends into personal finance insights for young professionals.

The position will help grow our market commentary vertical and newsletter, Vested Interest, and will collaborate