Institute For Fiscal Studies
Research Economist
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Company Description
The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS), founded in 1969, is Britain’s leading independent microeconomic research institute dedicated to improving public debate on economics and fiscal policy. IFS conducts rigorous, independent analysis on a wide range of public policy issues, including tax, benefits, education, labour markets, and corporate taxation, influencing both national and international decision-making. Its work, including flagship outputs such as the Green Budget and post-budget analysis, is widely respected for academic rigor and practical relevance. IFS collaborates with globally recognized economists, advises policymakers in the UK, Europe, and developing countries, and disseminates findings through academic publications, media, and digital platforms. As host to the ESRC Centre for the Microeconomic Analysis of Public Policy, IFS analyses how fiscal policies affect households, firms, human capital, work decisions, savings, and public finances.
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The Research Economist will carry out high-quality empirical and theoretical economic research on topics related to public policy, contributing to IFS projects and publications. Day-to-day responsibilities include designing research studies, collecting and managing datasets, performing quantitative analysis, and interpreting findings for academic, policy, and public audiences. The role involves writing working papers, reports, and journal articles, presenting research at seminars and conferences, and engaging with policymakers, partners, and the media as appropriate. The Research Economist will collaborate with colleagues and external academic partners, contribute to funding proposals, and support the wider research agenda of IFS and the ESRC Centre. This is a full-time, hybrid role based in the London Area, United Kingdom.
Qualifications
- Strong foundation in Economics and Macroeconomics, with demonstrated ability to apply economic theory to real-world public policy questions.
- Proven Economic Research experience, including designing studies, formulating research questions, and producing high-quality written outputs.
- Advanced Analytical Skills and Statistics capabilities, including experience with econometric methods and quantitative analysis.
- Proficiency in relevant data and statistical tools (e.g., Stata, R, Python) and familiarity with large, complex datasets.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings clearly to both specialist and non-specialist audiences.
- Ability to work collaboratively in research teams and manage multiple projects and deadlines with attention to detail.
- Postgraduate degree (Master’s or PhD) in Economics or a closely related field, or equivalent research experience.
- Interest in public policy, commitment to independent and evidence-based analysis, and willingness to engage with policymakers and the wider public.
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