Bureau of Economic Analysis

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The Regional Product Division of the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) anticipates filling one Ph.D. level economist position in 2015. BEA’s mission as a leader in the development of new and innovative approaches to economic measurement is to strengthen our understanding of the U.S. economy by improving GDP and other national, regional, industry, and international accounts data. A successful candidate will conduct independent research on topics of importance to BEA’s Regional Economic Accounts and will be expected to publish that research in professional journals, the Survey of Current Business (BEA’s monthly publication), as well as present the work at conferences. Candidates who have demonstrated experience with empirical research are preferred. Starting salaries for a Ph.D. level economist range from $95,785 to $131,053 per year, depending on experience and education. A curriculum vitae, a sample of written work, and three letters of recommendation are required. Submit all application materials through JOE by December 8, 2014. Candidates must be U.S. citizens at time of application. BEA is an equal opportunity employer. Please send inquiries about the position to assa@bea.gov.