NERA Consultant - Antitrust/Labor Economist (Job Market/New PhD)
National African-American Insurance Association (NAAIA), Springfield, IL, United States
Qualifications
We are seeking candidates with PhD's in Economics, with training in Labor Economics or Industrial Organization, Econometrics, and quantitative methods. Candidates must have excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to think creatively to solve complex problems.
Key Responsibilities
Apply the technical skills and knowledge gained during graduate studies.
Conduct high-powered economic research across a wide variety of industries.
Develop economic models to answer critical business and legal questions.
Perform cutting‑edge economic analysis on complex real‑life issues.
Write research reports and client presentations for senior staff and clients to help them make informed economic decisions.
Influence or direct project strategy, including the preparation and presentation of oral and written testimony.
Collaborate with in‑house experts and outside academics.
Manage client relationships.
Develop and strengthen both project and people management skills.
Professional Development & Benefits
A comprehensive orientation program.
Skill‑enhancement training sessions including Project Management, Business Development, and Deposition training.
Support from Business Development and Marketing Managers responsible for providing tailored and strategic services to assist consultants in their development into testifying experts.
Formal performance evaluations.
Application Requirements
New PhD's (2025 or 2026 graduates).
Cover Letter including geographic preferences.
Curriculum Vitae.
Job Market Paper.
Three Letters of Recommendation (sent to recruitingteam@nera.com).
Compensation
The applicable base salary for this role is $225,000 - $235,000 per year. The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, and education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance‑based incentives. We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401(k) savings and other retirement programs, as well as employee assistance programs.
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We are seeking candidates with PhD's in Economics, with training in Labor Economics or Industrial Organization, Econometrics, and quantitative methods. Candidates must have excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to think creatively to solve complex problems.
Key Responsibilities
Apply the technical skills and knowledge gained during graduate studies.
Conduct high-powered economic research across a wide variety of industries.
Develop economic models to answer critical business and legal questions.
Perform cutting‑edge economic analysis on complex real‑life issues.
Write research reports and client presentations for senior staff and clients to help them make informed economic decisions.
Influence or direct project strategy, including the preparation and presentation of oral and written testimony.
Collaborate with in‑house experts and outside academics.
Manage client relationships.
Develop and strengthen both project and people management skills.
Professional Development & Benefits
A comprehensive orientation program.
Skill‑enhancement training sessions including Project Management, Business Development, and Deposition training.
Support from Business Development and Marketing Managers responsible for providing tailored and strategic services to assist consultants in their development into testifying experts.
Formal performance evaluations.
Application Requirements
New PhD's (2025 or 2026 graduates).
Cover Letter including geographic preferences.
Curriculum Vitae.
Job Market Paper.
Three Letters of Recommendation (sent to recruitingteam@nera.com).
Compensation
The applicable base salary for this role is $225,000 - $235,000 per year. The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, and education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance‑based incentives. We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401(k) savings and other retirement programs, as well as employee assistance programs.
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