Remote Postdoctoral Researcher — Insurance Risk & Policy

Cim; Kansas City, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) - Center for Insurance Policy and Research (CIPR) invites applications for a postdoctoral research position. This full‑time/temporary remote role is based out of Kansas City, MO, with potential consideration for NYC or DC offices, starting January 2027 and lasting one year with possible extension.

Candidates should have strong data analysis and econometric modeling skills, and a PhD in economics, finance, risk management and insurance,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. (expected completion by fall 2026) from an accredited institution in economics, finance, risk management and insurance, or a related field.
• Strong skills in data analysis and econometric/statistical modeling.
• Experience in quantitative analysis of risk management and insurance topics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct applied research with public policy implications under CIPR/NAIC supervision.
• Publish research findings in peer‑reviewed journals and present at conferences.
• Collaborate with CIPR researchers and NAIC staff on ongoing projects; pursue related independent research interests.

Skills

SQL

R/Python scripting

SAS

Tableau

AI/ML

VBA

GIS

Education

PhD in economics, finance, risk management and insurance, or related field

Job description

The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) - Center for Insurance Policy and Research (CIPR) invites applications for a postdoctoral research position. This full‑time/temporary remote role is based out of Kansas City, MO, with potential consideration for NYC or DC offices, starting January 2027 and lasting one year with possible extension.

Candidates should have strong data analysis and econometric modeling skills, and a PhD in economics, finance, risk management and insurance,