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Federal Communications Commission

Office of Economics and Analytics
Economist

JOE ID Number: 2024-02_111474754
Date Posted: 10/16/2024
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Economist
Section: Full-Time Nonacademic
Location: Washington, District of Columbia, UNITED STATES
JEL Classifications:
A -- General Economics and Teaching
C -- Mathematical and Quantitative Methods
L -- Industrial Organization
H -- Public Economics
D -- Microeconomics
I -- Health, Education, and Welfare
J -- Labor and Demographic Economics
R -- Urban, Rural, Regional, Real Estate, and Transportation Economics
Keywords:
General Economics
Applied Microeconomics
Industrial Organization
Applied Econometrics
Data
Policy Analysis
Regulatory Economics
Merger Analysis
Telecommunications
Media Regulation
Auction Theory
Salary Range: $99,200 to $191,900
Full Text of JOE Listing:

The FCC’s Office of Economics and Analytics (https://www.fcc.gov/economics-and-analytics) anticipates openings for economists in 2025. The current team of over 60 economists analyze telecommunications and electronic media industries and offer policy recommendations to the Commission. Working in a collegial team environment with attorneys and engineers, economists apply analytical and quantitative skills to rulemakings, mergers and transactions reviewed by the Commission, and Congressionally mandated reports. Economists may have opportunities to publish working papers and other independent research related to communications and Commission priorities. OEA maintains a seminar series and reading group.

Economists in all fields of applied microeconomics and industrial organization who communicate well and enjoy working as in an interdisciplinary environment are encouraged to apply. Experience in telecommunications, media, or regulatory policy is not required. Completion of a Ph.D. by the time of hiring is preferred. The current salary range is GS-12 to GS-15. Remote positions are available. Starting salary is based on educational achievements, work experience, research accomplishments, and duty station.
In addition to the positions described above, we seek economists knowledgeable in regulatory economics, including rate of return regulation, regulatory pricing, financial forensic analysis, and regulatory accounting issues.

We plan to interview qualified candidates in January 2025 virtually.

Application Requirements:
  • Job Market Paper
  • Cover Letter
  • CV
  • Letters of Reference
Application deadline: 11/27/2024
Application Instructions:
The deadline for submissions is November 27, 2024. Individuals interested in scheduling an interview should submit a CV, cover letter explaining your interest in working at the FCC, job market paper or writing sample, and three letters of reference. Documents should be submitted using the link below. In addition, candidates must also respond to a USA Jobs FCC vacancy announcement, available at www.fcc.gov/jobs starting on November 4, 2024. All candidates should apply to at least the GS-12 level; experienced candidates should apply to higher GS levels as well. There is no penalty for applying to multiple GS levels. You must submit your CV and transcripts when responding to the USA Jobs FCC vacancy announcement to confirm that you meet the minimum qualifications listed in the announcement. For questions about the application process, contact EconRecruit@fcc.gov. U.S. citizenship is required. The FCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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