Assistant Research Economist AF7744

Oklahoma State University • Stillwater, OK

4d • $75,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Economist will contribute to a portfolio of applied research. In the first phase, from September through February 2027, research teams will complete county-level network analyses of agricultural water usage and assess food system resilience following COVID-19. In the second phase, from March 2027 through February 2029, the research team will conduct studies examining county-level agricultural trade patterns. These studies will leverage the U.S. Census Bureau’s Longitudinal Firm Trade Transactions Database (LFTTD) and the Plant-Level Export Transactions (PLEXT) data built from it to investigate topics including food miles, regional trade flows, and other dimensions of agricultural commerce.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Economics, Public Policy, or a related field; the degree must be conferred on or before the agreed-upon start date.
• At least 3 years of experience in policy research, analysis, or related roles. Additional post-secondary education beyond the stated requirements may substitute for years of required experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methods.
• Strong analytical skills, including proficiency in data analysis and interpretation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. or Ed.D.; Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in policy research, analysis, or related roles.
• Track record of publications or presentations on agricultural economics.
• Leadership experience, including project management and team coordination.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a portfolio of applied research.
• Complete county-level network analyses of agricultural water usage and assess food system resilience following COVID-19 as part of the first-phase research.
• Conduct studies of county-level agricultural trade patterns using LFTTD and PLEXT data, investigating topics such as food miles and regional trade flows.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree