Associate, PhD - Early Decision (Economics Focus) (2027)
About The Position
Associates work as part of a team on challenging and high-profile projects in a collegial and academically-oriented work environment. Brattle is large enough to be sought after to answer complex economic, regulatory, and financial questions for clients around the world. We are also small enough to provide our Associates with a variety of experiences and individualized development from our experts. Associates are central members of each project team and they apply finance and economic theory and practice to high-profile litigation, corporate strategy, regulation, and public policy issues on behalf of our clients. Associates are responsible for framing research approaches, managing projects, and supervising team/staff while building individual expertise. As they gain valuable hands-on project experience, Associates also become more involved in developing client relationships and marketing and business development efforts. Brattle Associates benefit from continuous formal and informal training and development opportunities. Many of our Associates develop into Principals and testifying experts.
Requirements
- PhD in Economics or related field with a strong foundation in quantitative analysis
- Excellent analytic and quantitative skills (including proficiency with analytical/statistical software such as STATA, R, and Excel)
- Practical problem-solving abilities
- An entrepreneurial drive
- Excellent relationship building skills
- Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral communications
- Desire to work in a collaborative team environment
- Demonstrated record of outstanding academic and/or professional accomplishment
- Cover letter that describes your interest in economic consulting and states your location preference
- CV/resume
- A writing sample/research paper
Nice To Haves
- Pre- or postgraduate work experience in a related discipline (preferably in finance, government, related industry, or consulting) is strongly desired
- Intellectual curiosity
Responsibilities
- Framing research approaches
- Managing projects
- Supervising team/staff
- Building individual expertise
- Developing client relationships
- Marketing and business development efforts
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package
- Base salary
- Bonus program for eligible roles based on individual and firm performance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
