Industrial Organization Economist

The MITRE Corporation • Bedford, MA • 3h ago

Why choose between doing meaningful work and having a fulfilling life? At MITRE, you can have both. That's because MITRE people are committed to tackling our nation's toughest challenges-and we're committed to the long-term well-being of our employees. MITRE is different from most technology companies. We are a not-for-profit corporation chartered to work for the public interest, with no commercial conflicts to influence what we do. The R&D centers we operate for the government create lasting impact in fields as diverse as cybersecurity, healthcare, aviation, defense, and enterprise transformation. We're making a difference every day-working for a safer, healthier, and more secure nation and world. Our workplace reflects our values. We offer competitive benefits, exceptional professional development opportunities for career growth, and a culture of innovation that embraces adaptability, collaboration, technical excellence, and people in partnership. If this sounds like the choice you want to make, then choose MITRE - and make a difference with us.

Department Summary:

MITRE is currently seeking an industrial organization economist or related field to support the continued growth of our portfolio of applied microeconomics work across an exciting and diverse set of sponsors. We are focused on solving problems for a safer world, we conduct quantitative economic modeling and analysis to inform and assess the impacts of changes to domestic and international policies, regulations, technology, infrastructure, and events. Our deep technical expertise and breadth of perspective provide insights across many topics.

Our team has expertise in advanced econometrics, macroeconomics and microeconomics, industrial organization, labor, international trade and finance, forecasting, policy analysis, computable general equilibrium modeling, complex valuations, and spatial modeling/statistics. Our backgrounds as just as diverse, with applied experience in government, industry, and academia. We also partner with leading practitioners from universities around the world in developing world class and one-of-a-kind capabilities. Our work includes sponsorship from across government agencies, as well as a robust applied research program.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Develop custom research using advanced economic and econometric techniques (time series, panel, discrete choice, reduced form causal inference, structural modelling, etc.)

Handling large datasets to conduct data driven analysis

Analysis in support of regulatory policy, pre- and post-implementation analysis

Communicating the results of research as actionable / practical solutions to internal and external stakeholders

Creative application of economic theory and models in multiple domains when facing data constraints

Basic Qualifications:

Requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelors degree; or 3 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD with relevant experience wo can immediately contribute at this job step. Academic (teaching, research) experience counts towards minimum

Experience in Advanced econometrics, specifically structural econometric modeling (ie. GMM Generalized Method of Moments)

Strong attention and accountability to detail. Oral and written communication skills are essential.

The ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams, departments, and other organizations.

Creatively develop solutions to overcome data limitations when needed

Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance

Per the U.S. Government's eligibility requirements, you must be a U.S Citizen to be considered for a security clearance.

This position requires a minimum of 50% hybrid on-site

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in the following topic areas is desired, but not required: industrial organization, international trade, international finance, supply chains, critical infrastructure, and/or defense.

Mathematical modeling

Experience with computable general equilibrium modeling is desired, not required.

Experience working with government sponsors and agencies desired, not required.

PhD, PhD Candidate in Economics

This requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s):

None

This requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s):

Top Secret

Salary compensation range and midpoint:

$113,600 - $142,000 - $170,400 Annual

Work Location Type:

Hybrid

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local or international law.

MITRE intends to maintain a website that is fully accessible to all individuals. If you are unable to search or apply for jobs and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of MITRE's employment process, please email recruitinghelp@mitre.org for general support and collegerecruiting@mitre.org for intern positions. This service is for individuals requiring reasonable accommodation requests. Please note that vendor solicitations will not receive a reply.

Benefits information may be found here (https://careers.mitre.org/us/en/benefits) .

Similar Jobs

Patent Agent

ZOLL MEDICAL CORPORATION • Chelmsford, MA • 3h ago

Legal & Paralegal

Corporate At ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives. We provide innovative technologies that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our medical devices, software and relat...

3h ago

Go to Apply

2026 Seasonal Laborer II (Lawrence Heritage State Park)

State of Massachusetts • Lawrence, MA • 10h ago

Legal & Paralegal

POSITION INFORMATION: Position: Laborer II Location: Lawrence Heritage State Park Start Date: 6/7/26 End Date: 10/12/26 (18 weeks) Work Hours: 40 hours - 7:30AM-4:00PM TU-SAT # of positions: 1 Salaries are based upon ful...

10h ago

Go to Apply

Litigation Paralegal (IP)

Insight Global • Boston, MA • 22h ago

Legal & Paralegal

Job Description Insight Global's client is a top IP Law Firm and are seeking an IP Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in a wide range of legal projects and tasks. The IP Litigation Paralegal will assist with all p...

22h ago

Go to Apply

Sr HDE, Industrial Robotics, Industrial Robotics Group

Amazon • Boston, MA • 1d ago

Legal & Paralegal

Description Amazon Industrial Robotics is seeking exceptional talent to help develop the next generation of advanced robotics systems that will transform automation at Amazon's scale. We're building revolutionary robotic...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Lead Intellectual Property Counsel

ZOLL MEDICAL CORPORATION • Chelmsford, MA • 1d ago

Legal & Paralegal

1d ago

Go to Apply

Deputy Director, Criminal Investigation Bureau

State of Massachusetts • Boston, MA • 1d ago

Legal & Paralegal

Agency Overview: The Department of Revenue's core mission is to collect the revenues required to support the business of the Commonwealth, to make a difference in the lives of children by enforcing the financial responsi...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Trial Attorney - CAFL Boston

State of Massachusetts • Boston, MA • 1d ago

Legal & Paralegal

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH THE CPCS iCIMS WEBSITE. IF YOU APPLY THROUGH MASS CAREERS AND DO NOT COMPLETE THE CPCS iCIMS APPLICATION, YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION. PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING...

1d ago

Go to Apply

SENIOR INTELLIGENCE ANALYST | Enterprise & Major Crimes Division

State of Massachusetts • Boston, MA • 1d ago

Legal & Paralegal

/ Attention applicants: Do not apply for this position via the MassCareers website. Your application will not be received. // / To apply, follow the link belowto the Attorney General's Office direct application page. www...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Medicaid Management Information Systems (MMIS) Process & Documentation Intern

State of Massachusetts • Quincy, MA • 1d ago

Legal & Paralegal

About the Organization : The Executive Office of Health and Human Services is comprised of 11 agencies and the MassHealth program. EOHHS seeks to promote the health, resilience, and independence of the nearly one in thre...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Attorney

Acxiom • Boston, MA • 1d ago

Legal & Paralegal

The Senior Attorney will serve as a key member of the Legal team, responsible for leading complex contract negotiations, advising on regulatory compliance, and managing dispute and litigation matters. This role partners...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)