Research Analyst - Economist

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Economics or related discipline
• Demonstrated research excellence and a strong interest in applied research
• Demonstrated superior skills in quantitative, econometric, statistical, or computational methods
• US Citizenship is required
• Able to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required

What will you gain

As an IDA economist, you will have unique access to sensitive and proprietary data to address questions of National Security. You will have the opportunity to use your expertise to make a meaningful impact. Our work regularly informs defense policy and resource management decisions. We take pride in the high caliber and timeliness of our analyses, our independent thinking, and our objective results.

Why work at IDA?

• Competitive salary and benefits, including diverse health insurance options, generous 10% contribution to retirement, 6 weeks 100% paid parental leave, 20 days paid time off plus 10 Federal holidays, and relocation reimbursement
• Mission-oriented work at a non-profit that supports and protects our Nation’s warfighters
• Organization-wide commitment to diversity in the workplace and providing a working environment free from discrimination
• Professional development including tuition reimbursement, internal and external trainings, and funding for researcher-pitched projects and publications
• A strong employee and corporate culture of work-life balance, including commitment to average 40-hour work weeks through flex time, telework options, and expectation of communication only during core business hours
• Located near Washington, D.C., in Alexandria’s high-tech corridor, IDA’s brand-new Potomac Yard facility is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, workspaces, and amenities, including a gym

Compensation

We support transparency, equity, and fairness in our compensation program and provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range based on data-driven market analysis for each position. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range, a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $113,353 - $277,494. Individual salary within this range will be commensurate with the incumbent’s experience, unique skills and qualifications, and other relevant factors.