Role Summary
Portulans Institute is seeking a skilled Econometrician for a project focused on identifying causal relationships in economic development. The ideal candidate should be proficient in the following methodologies:
- Regression Analysis
- Difference in Differences (DiD)
- Instrumental Variables (IV)
- Granger Causality Tests
- Structural Vector Autoregressions (SVARs)
- Dynamic Stochastic General Equilibrium Models (DSGE)
- Propensity Score Matching (PSM)
Compensation: Based on experience
Location: Remote for the foreseeable future
Status: Position is Part-time
Project duration: 3-6 months
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze and interpret complex datasets
- Identify causality and suggest actionable insights
- Prepare comprehensive reports based on the analysis
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Economics, Statistics, or related field
- Experience in applying econometric models and techniques
- Proficient in statistical software (Stata, R, Python, etc.)
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English)
- Eager to use data to tell compelling stories and drive decision-making
To Apply:
Please email your CV and a short cover letter (300 words) to info@portulansinstitute.org with the subject line “Econometrician Application”. In your cover letter, please include information about your availability (hours/weekdays). We will be in touch if your skills and experience are a match for PI. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Portulans Institute is an independent, non-profit, non-partisan think tank based in Washington DC. Founded in 2019, PI aims to develop cross-community knowledge on how people, technology and innovation contribute to sustainable and innovative growth, and inform policy-makers by producing independent, rigorous metrics and data based research.
