Research Economist

We are seeking a highly skilled Research Economist to join our team at Southeastern Louisiana University's Office of Economic and Business Development, Business Research Center.

The successful candidate will conduct economic base studies, economic impact studies, and other economic research using advanced computer-based tools. They will analyze results, write reports, and collect and evaluate economic data to create and maintain databases. The Research Economist will also analyze developments in the Louisiana and national economies, assist in the plan and design of research projects, and prepare research proposals.

• Conduct economic base studies and economic impact studies using IMPLAN, REMI, EXCEL, and other computer-based tools
• Analyze results of studies and write reports
• Collect and evaluate economic data and create and maintain databases
• Analyze developments in the Louisiana and national economies
• Assist in the plan and design of research projects and preparation of research proposals
• Conduct library and computer literature searches
• Respond to requests for economic information from the media and general public and write news releases

• Master's degree in Economics or a business-related field from an accredited university
• Work experience with economic impact analysis and forecasting using computer-based econometric packages such as IMPLAN, REMI, STATA, and EVIEWS and more generalized packages such as EXCEL, SPSS, or SAS

• Experience in fiscal impact analysis, population/demographic analysis, public policy research, public sector revenue forecasts, industry studies, labor market research, econometric modeling, and forecasting

• Strong oral and written communication skills

Please submit your application, including a cover letter, resume, copies of transcripts, and names and contact information for 3 references, to the following link: Apply Now