Senior Applied Economist, State & Regional Policy Models

University of Missouri System

Columbia Township (MO)

On-site

USD 71,000 - 125,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Retirement plan
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Disability insurance
Parental leave
Educational fee discounts

Job summary

The Rural and Farm Finance Policy Analysis Center (RaFF) at the University of Missouri System seeks a Senior Research Consultant to advance state-level farm income projections and policy modeling. The role includes mentoring graduate students and pursuing external funding opportunities, with responsibilities spanning research design, dissemination, and stakeholder engagement.

Candidates should have deep knowledge of U.S. agricultural policy, econometrics, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

  • PhD in Agricultural or Applied Economics with post-PhD experience.
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. agricultural policy and farm finance.
  • Experience mentoring graduate students.
  • Excellent written and oral communication in English.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and enhance regional policy models and state-level farm income projections.
  • Engage with stakeholders and present findings to policymakers and producers.
  • Lead large research projects and pursue external funding.
  • Prepare reports for academic and applied outlets.

Skills

Policy analysis
Stakeholder engagement
Econometrics
R
Microsoft Excel
Written communication

Education

PhD in Agricultural Economics
Master's in Economics
Bachelor's in Economics

Tools

R
Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Rural and Farm Finance Policy Analysis Center (RaFF) at the University of Missouri System seeks a Senior Research Consultant to advance state-level farm income projections and policy modeling. The role includes mentoring graduate students and pursuing external funding opportunities, with responsibilities spanning research design, dissemination, and stakeholder engagement.

Candidates should have deep knowledge of U.S. agricultural policy, econometrics, and strong communication skills.

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