Senior Economist: Big-Data & Policy Analytics

Amazon; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon economists tackle key business questions by building econometric models and applying advanced analytics to large data sets. The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams and leadership in quantitative problem solving for pricing, labor, and market strategies.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD in economics or equivalent, with 5+ years of research experience, and strong communication skills to translate complex analyses to diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• PhD in economics or equivalent.
• 5+ years of relevant, broad research science experience after PhD degree or equivalent.
• Experience conducting analysis of pricing, competition, labor decisions, health care outcomes, auctions, marketing strategies, advertising, contract design, and game theory.
• Strong background in statistics methodology, applications to business problems, and/or big data.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced business environment.
• Strong research track record.
• Effective verbal and written communications skills with both economists and non-economist audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop econometric models applying techniques to large data sets.
• Address quantitative problems and contribute to automated systems within the company.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams embedded within a business unit or central science organization.
• Communicate insights clearly to economists and non-economists.

Education

PhD in economics or equivalent

Job description

Amazon economists tackle key business questions by building econometric models and applying advanced analytics to large data sets. The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams and leadership in quantitative problem solving for pricing, labor, and market strategies.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD in economics or equivalent, with 5+ years of research experience, and strong communication skills to translate complex analyses to diverse audiences.