Senior Economist — Remote Regulatory Policy Impact

ICF Olson; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF Senior Economist is seeking a candidate to join the Regulatory, Policy and Economics practice to support public-sector clients with research, analysis, and policy advice across transportation, safety, and environment. You will lead economic analyses, model cost and benefit impacts, and assess regulatory risks, working with economists, scientists, and regulatory specialists in a multidisciplinary team.

This full‑time role offers hybrid telework from Reston, VA or Waltham, MA with flexible

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in economics or related discipline with coursework in economics.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience; OR a PhD in economics or related discipline with coursework in economics, plus 8 years of relevant work experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Prior experience in economic consulting or federal government or similar function is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform economic, financial, and policy analyses on regulatory issues, transportation, public safety and environmental protection.
• Lead research and quantitative analyses in support of policy decisions.
• Develop models to assess costs, economic impacts, and benefits or to assess risk or uncertainty.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team of economists, scientists, and regulatory specialists.

Skills

Analytical skills

Oral and written communication

Independent and team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Master’s degree in economics or related discipline

PhD in economics or related discipline

Job description

ICF Senior Economist is seeking a candidate to join the Regulatory, Policy and Economics practice to support public-sector clients with research, analysis, and policy advice across transportation, safety, and environment. You will lead economic analyses, model cost and benefit impacts, and assess regulatory risks, working with economists, scientists, and regulatory specialists in a multidisciplinary team.

This full‑time role offers hybrid telework from Reston, VA or Waltham, MA with flexible