Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
Chief Economist or Visiting Scholar
Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) is a nonpartisan research and policy institute that advances federal and state policies to help build a nation where everyone — regardless of income, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, ZIP code, immigration status, or disability status — has the resources they need to thrive and share in the nation’s prosperity.
CBPP combines rigorous research and analysis, strategic communications, and effective advocacy to shape debates, affect policy, and inform effective implementation both nationally and in states. It works closely with a broad set of national, state, and community organizations to design and advance policies that promote economic justice; improve health; broaden opportunity in areas like housing, health care, employment, and education; and lower structural barriers for people of color and others in communities that continue to face systemic barriers to opportunity.
To further this work, CBPP seeks an economist to engage on macroeconomic, fiscal policy, and labor market issues. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator looking to bring economic analysis to real-world policies and debates that will affect the nation’s future and the lives of millions of people. The ideal candidate will also have experience in one or more of the following areas: macroeconomics, fiscal policy, labor market issues, poverty and inequality, racial equity, housing, and discrimination. This position is an excellent opportunity for an economist who wants to engage deeply and meaningfully in critical policy issues.
We are interested in candidates looking to join CBPP on a permanent basis (Chief Economist) or for 18-24 months (Visiting Scholar).
Responsibilities
Engage in key economic debates through writing, speaking, working with partners, participating in and planning convenings, talking to press, and engaging on social media.
Partner with others at CBPP to engage with policymakers and their staff. The Chief Economist or Visiting Scholar will work on a mix of short- and long-term projects on a range of current economic debates.
Keep abreast of the state of the economy and the latest macroeconomic data, including tracking key trends and analyzing their implications across different income and demographic groups.
The Chief Economist or Visiting Scholar will engage on a number of potential issues. These may include:
The advantages of strengthening the revenue base and addressing other shortcomings of our current revenue system;
The impact of federal and state fiscal and programmatic policies on labor market outcomes;
The importance of increasing public investment in people and communities;
The distributional and equity implications of tax and budget policies;
The economic implications of the nation’s long-term federal fiscal trajectory;
The role of monetary policy on the economy;
Labor policies such as minimum wage, unemployment insurance, and paid leave;
The economic impacts of economic and health security policies;
Trends in housing and impacts on households with low incomes.
Qualifications:
Experience and interest in applying economic knowledge and principles to current debates;
Ability to communicate economic principles and the impacts of government policies for non-academic policy audiences;
Interest in working on issues that are in the public debate and that policymakers will decide on in the near-term;
The strongest candidates will have prior experience in engaging in national policy issues or prior experience in government or think tanks;
Minimum ten to fifteen years of relevant experience;
Master’s degree or PhD in Economics. Related academic training or experience in the role of an economist will also be considered.
This position reports to the
Senior Vice President for Federal Fiscal Policy.
Terms of Employment:
Chief Economist: full-time, exempt, permanent. Visiting Scholar: full time, exempt, 18-24-month term.
Bargaining Unit Status:
This is not a bargaining unit position.
CBPP currently operates on a hybrid work schedule that includes at least two days per week in-person at our Washington, D.C. office; up to 10 percent travel for events will be expected. We will consider remote candidates for this position, but up to 20 percent travel to our office for team meetings and/or events is required.
Compensation:
The salary range for the role is $150,000 to the low $200,000s annually, with the exact salary to be determined based on total relevant experience. Excellent benefits and generous vacation, sick leave, and holiday schedules.
Please upload a cover letter and resume. In your cover letter, please include a discussion of what draws you to the Center's mission.
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter
here .
The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and welcomes diversity in the workplace and strongly encourages all qualified persons to apply regardless of race, color, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, credit information, pregnancy or parental status, family responsibilities, personal appearance, creed, military or veteran status, religion, ancestry or national origin, union activities, disability, or other status protected by applicable law.
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CBPP combines rigorous research and analysis, strategic communications, and effective advocacy to shape debates, affect policy, and inform effective implementation both nationally and in states. It works closely with a broad set of national, state, and community organizations to design and advance policies that promote economic justice; improve health; broaden opportunity in areas like housing, health care, employment, and education; and lower structural barriers for people of color and others in communities that continue to face systemic barriers to opportunity.
To further this work, CBPP seeks an economist to engage on macroeconomic, fiscal policy, and labor market issues. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator looking to bring economic analysis to real-world policies and debates that will affect the nation’s future and the lives of millions of people. The ideal candidate will also have experience in one or more of the following areas: macroeconomics, fiscal policy, labor market issues, poverty and inequality, racial equity, housing, and discrimination. This position is an excellent opportunity for an economist who wants to engage deeply and meaningfully in critical policy issues.
We are interested in candidates looking to join CBPP on a permanent basis (Chief Economist) or for 18-24 months (Visiting Scholar).
Responsibilities
Engage in key economic debates through writing, speaking, working with partners, participating in and planning convenings, talking to press, and engaging on social media.
Partner with others at CBPP to engage with policymakers and their staff. The Chief Economist or Visiting Scholar will work on a mix of short- and long-term projects on a range of current economic debates.
Keep abreast of the state of the economy and the latest macroeconomic data, including tracking key trends and analyzing their implications across different income and demographic groups.
The Chief Economist or Visiting Scholar will engage on a number of potential issues. These may include:
The advantages of strengthening the revenue base and addressing other shortcomings of our current revenue system;
The impact of federal and state fiscal and programmatic policies on labor market outcomes;
The importance of increasing public investment in people and communities;
The distributional and equity implications of tax and budget policies;
The economic implications of the nation’s long-term federal fiscal trajectory;
The role of monetary policy on the economy;
Labor policies such as minimum wage, unemployment insurance, and paid leave;
The economic impacts of economic and health security policies;
Trends in housing and impacts on households with low incomes.
Qualifications:
Experience and interest in applying economic knowledge and principles to current debates;
Ability to communicate economic principles and the impacts of government policies for non-academic policy audiences;
Interest in working on issues that are in the public debate and that policymakers will decide on in the near-term;
The strongest candidates will have prior experience in engaging in national policy issues or prior experience in government or think tanks;
Minimum ten to fifteen years of relevant experience;
Master’s degree or PhD in Economics. Related academic training or experience in the role of an economist will also be considered.
This position reports to the
Senior Vice President for Federal Fiscal Policy.
Terms of Employment:
Chief Economist: full-time, exempt, permanent. Visiting Scholar: full time, exempt, 18-24-month term.
Bargaining Unit Status:
This is not a bargaining unit position.
CBPP currently operates on a hybrid work schedule that includes at least two days per week in-person at our Washington, D.C. office; up to 10 percent travel for events will be expected. We will consider remote candidates for this position, but up to 20 percent travel to our office for team meetings and/or events is required.
Compensation:
The salary range for the role is $150,000 to the low $200,000s annually, with the exact salary to be determined based on total relevant experience. Excellent benefits and generous vacation, sick leave, and holiday schedules.
Please upload a cover letter and resume. In your cover letter, please include a discussion of what draws you to the Center's mission.
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter
here .
The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and welcomes diversity in the workplace and strongly encourages all qualified persons to apply regardless of race, color, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, credit information, pregnancy or parental status, family responsibilities, personal appearance, creed, military or veteran status, religion, ancestry or national origin, union activities, disability, or other status protected by applicable law.
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