Senior Economist

Abt Associates is a global leader in research, evaluation, and implementation of programs and policies that improve the quality of life for people around the world. Our team of 3,000+ people in over 50 countries works together to solve some of the world's most pressing issues, from improving education and healthcare to addressing climate change and promoting economic development.

We are seeking a Senior Analyst/PhD Economist to join our Research, Monitoring, and Evaluation Capability team. As a member of this team, you will apply your expertise in economics to conduct research, monitoring, and evaluation services at the highest levels of quality and rigor. You will work with a diverse and collegial environment where we are dedicated to finding solutions to the most pressing research challenges in education, workforce, food and nutrition, children youth and families, and housing and asset building.

• Apply expertise in standard economic theory, econometric methods, and quantitative and/or qualitative analysis techniques across a broad range of activities, including impact evaluation, meta-analysis, systematic evidence reviews, evaluation technical assistance, monitoring and surveillance, implementation and process studies, and community engagement and participatory research.
• Contribute subject-matter expertise in one or more of the areas mentioned above.
• Collaborate to execute or manage moderately to highly complex research and evaluation tasks, including developing research designs and analysis plans, developing data collection instruments, collecting, reviewing, and analyzing quantitative and/or qualitative data, conducting and interpreting the analysis of primary or secondary data, interpreting and reporting research findings.
• May provide training and technical supervision to less experienced staff.
• Work on complex assignments under indirect supervision where there is latitude for independent action and decision-making.
• Collaborate with or assist in managing project teams by communicating respectfully, meeting deadlines, and exercising initiative to resolve complex challenges.
• Contribute to developing and disseminating project deliverables and other products to share project findings through client briefings, presentations, blog posts, podcasts, videos, and/or social media.
• Support business development activities, including proposal writing and development.
• Maintain excellent relationships with clients and external partners.

• PhD in Economics, or related field, by Summer 2024.
• Demonstrated technical expertise related to quantitative and/or qualitative research methods for program evaluation in the social sciences.
• Experience with quantitative and/or qualitative analysis, data collection, and reporting.
• Aptitude and interest in mentoring less-experienced staff and managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated commitment to principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in research approaches and interactions with colleagues.
• Demonstrated experience translating research and making it accessible to practice, policy, and/or government audiences.
• A well-rounded interpersonal skill set with the capacity to build relationships with clients, funders, and workforce development leaders, and to work effectively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of relevant statistical software packages (e.g., Stata, SAS, R).
• Experience with business development and proposal or grant writing considered a plus.
• Strong interest in public policy research.
• Effective communication in English, orally and in writing.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Abt Global is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. We provide market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits, flexible schedules, and professional development.

This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of approximately $79,000 to $130,000 and may vary by ten percent depending on candidate geographic location. Salary offers are made based on internal equity and market analysis.

Disclaimer: Abt will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment