Senior Economist: Policy Research & Economic Impact

Common Sense Institute Colorado; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k after one year of employment

50% health care reimbursed

15 paid vacation days

Job summary

Common Sense Institute in the United States is seeking a Senior Economist to lead economic impact analyses and model development for CSI research. The role focuses on producing high-quality analyses and coordinating with policy staff and external stakeholders.

You will estimate economic impacts using REMI and IMPLAN, organize datasets, and contribute to reporting and public education efforts across CSI offices and remote settings. Strong writing and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a relevant role with strong economic analysis
• Experience with economic impact and simulation models (IMPLAN, REMI)
• Proficiency in Excel for data analysis and modeling
• Strong writing and communication skills for policy dissemination
• Track record of high-quality economic analysis across modeling and data work
• Commitment to free enterprise and CSI mission

Responsibilities

• Support production of CSI research through economic, fiscal and impact analyses
• Organize and maintain datasets for recurring projects
• Develop transparent documentation and reporting methodologies
• Estimate impacts using REMI/IMPLAN and internal models
• Develop report content and ensure quality findings for CSI publications
• Draft scopes of work and coordinate with staff and stakeholders
• Contribute to public education and outreach of CSI research
• Manage project workflows with Directors of Policy & Research and CSI Fellows

Skills

Econometric modeling

Economic impact analysis

Data analysis

Excel proficiency

Public policy communication

Education

Master’s or PhD in Economics

Tools

IMPLAN

REMI

Job description

Common Sense Institute in the United States is seeking a Senior Economist to lead economic impact analyses and model development for CSI research. The role focuses on producing high-quality analyses and coordinating with policy staff and external stakeholders.

You will estimate economic impacts using REMI and IMPLAN, organize datasets, and contribute to reporting and public education efforts across CSI offices and remote settings. Strong writing and collaboration are essential.