Associates and Consultants (Behavioral Science)
Keystone · San Francisco, CA · 2 mo ago
Information Technology$110k–$176k/yrFull-time
About the role
This role sits at the intersection of technology, markets, and human behavior, applying behavioral science to high-stakes business, regulatory, and litigation questions. You are a versatile associate or consultant who will work across economics, strategy, and technology engagements. You are expected to own analytical workstreams, adapt quickly across problem types, and synthesize insights for high-stakes decision-making.
Responsibilities
- Own core analytical workstreams from design through execution.
- Work across economics, strategy, and technology engagements.
- Adapt quickly to new problem areas and apply your skillset in unfamiliar contexts.
- Synthesize findings into clear, decision-relevant insights.
- Data Analysis
- Data Analysis
- Data Analysis
- Data Analysis
- Design and execute surveys, behavioral experiments, and simulation-based studies.
- Analyze observational and experimental data using Python, R, Stata, or similar tools.
- Apply methods such as conjoint analysis, choice modeling, and causal inference.
- Evaluate robustness, test alternative specifications, and assess limitations to ensure defensible results.
- Own end-to-end workstreams, from study design through analysis and interpretation.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Behavioral Economics, Psychology, Cognitive Science, Marketing, Statistics, Data Science, Public Policy, or a related field (target GPA 3.6+).
- Graduate degree a plus.
- Experience in consulting, academic research, market research, or a related analytical role.
- Hands-on exposure to experimental design, survey methods, or behavioral research.
- Evidence of academic or professional excellence and leadership.
- Strong foundation in behavioral economics, microeconomics, psychology, or marketing science.
- Experience designing or analyzing surveys, experiments, or quasi-experimental studies.
- Ability to work with and analyze large or complex datasets using Python, R, Stata, or similar tools.
- Familiarity with conjoint analysis, choice modeling, or causal inference preferred.
- High standards for methodological rigor and defensible analysis.
Skills
- Clear communication of complex ideas in writing and presentations.
- Ability to translate academic research into applied, real-world insights.
- Comfort working on ambiguous, high-stakes problems.
- Strong attention to detail and quality.
- Intellectual curiosity, coachability, and motivation to grow as a consultant.
- A clear interest in behavioral science, consumer decision-making, and its application in litigation and regulatory contexts.
Pay
Annual Salary Range $110,000—$176,000 USD