Economic Consultant

Quick Summary:  The Economic Consultant will work with the Education Professional Services team and will be responsible for planning and executing research on economic issues related to the higher education market.  They will produce economic impact studies, program demand gap analyses, data models, and visualizations that answer the most pressing problems about the value of higher education and how the market can respond to the future of work. 

• Support client projects by performing quantitative analysis using Lightcast world-class data and other data sources to research, model, and recommend standard solutions for colleges and universities.
• Build models and work with large datasets, reports, and visualizations that dig deeper into the alignment of programs to the labor market and the value of higher education.
• Communicate key insights and recommendations to clients and consult clients on how to use data to make data-driven decisions.
• Develop innovative analytical models and document the methodology and findings in a manner accessible to a variety of audiences.
• Contribute to positive team culture by participating in team-building activities and being a supportive and empathetic colleague.

• Naturally inquisitive and working mastery of the use of economic theory, data analysis, and ability to communicate trends to a wide audience. 
• Passionate about finding creative ways to apply data and market actionable insights.
• Keen attention to detail and a commitment to quality work.
• Likes to work independently, while also collaborating with other members of the team.

• Strong analytical and technical skills and demonstrated ability to apply economic theory or statistical techniques.
• Ability to explain (written and verbal) complex concepts in simple, concrete terms.
• Ability to meet milestones while juggling multiple responsibilities.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft (particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) required and SQL, Python, or related applications is preferred.

• 3+ years of experience or education in Economics or a field with a quantitative and analytic focus.
• Experience making data-driven decisions, preferably for higher education institutions, preferred.

Lightcast is a global leader in labor market insights with headquarters in Moscow (ID) with offices in the United Kingdom, Europe, and India.  We work with partners across six continents to help drive economic prosperity and mobility by providing the insights needed to build and develop our people, our institutions and companies, and our communities. Lightcast is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Lightcast has always been, and always will be, committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We seek dynamic professionals from all backgrounds to join our teams, and we encourage our employees to bring their authentic, original, and best selves to work.

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