The Macroeconomic Analysis Division is seeking a macroeconomist with a broad range of interests, including public finance and fiscal policy. The Macroeconomic Analysis Division advises the Congress about the macroeconomic effects of federal fiscal policy, analyzes emerging developments in the economy, and prepares CBO's semi-annual economic forecast. In the past year, the division has analyzed a wide range of issues, including policies to promote economic growth, the effect of deficit reduction on the economy, the implications of changing demographics in the United States, and the effects of tax, Social Security, and Medicare reform. The position involves analyzing similar issues, writing CBO studies describing this analysis, and carrying out original economic research. CBO staff members regularly publish the results of their research in professional journals. The successful candidate will contribute to the full range of the division's responsibilities. Those include constructing and improving cutting-edge models that underlie CBO's policy analyses as well as preparing longer-term CBO studies, shorter-term memoranda, and testimonies. Required Skills Economists who have a broad range of policy interests are encouraged to apply.  Excellent interpersonal, writing, and quantitative skills, and the ability to communicate technical material in a clear manner are essential. Successful candidates will be able to work independently and complete work in a timely manner. Applicants should also have a Ph.D. in economics or a closely related discipline. Special consideration will be given to candidates who have experience in building general equilibrium models and analyzing the effects of fiscal policy. Familiarity with micro data is a plus. Both junior- and senior-level candidates will be considered. Salary and Benefits Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with experience, education, and other qualifications. CBO offers excellent benefits and an appealing work environment. How to Apply Please submit the following items: resume, cover letter, short writing sample, salary history, and contact information for three references online; recent graduates should also submit an unofficial copy of academic transcripts. Letters of recommendation can be sent to careers@cbo.gov . This position is covered by the Veterans Employment in Opportunities Act, as made applicable by the Congressional Accountability Act, as amended. Because this position is covered by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act, the following categories of people may be eligible for preference in the hiring process relative to other applicants: veterans who have separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after serving on active duty in the armed forces during a war, in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized, or during particular defined periods; disabled veterans; and the mother, spouse, or unmarried widow or widower of certain veterans. To claim this preference, an applicant must identify himself or herself as eligible for veterans' preference in the Self-Identification for Veterans' Preference section of the application and must complete and submit a Veterans' Preference Eligibility Form together with the supporting documentation specified on that form within two weeks of applying. Applicants may obtain a copy of CBO's Veterans' Preference in Appointments policy by submitting a written request to careers@cbo.gov . Contact Nancy Fahey, 202-226-2628, careers@cbo.gov EEO M/F/V/D

The Macroeconomic Analysis Division is seeking a macroeconomist with a broad range of interests and particular expertise in international trade and international finance. The Macroeconomic Analysis Division analyzes the macroeconomic effects of federal fiscal policy, studies emerging developments in the economy, and prepares CBO’s semi-annual economic forecast. In the past few years, the division has analyzed a wide range of issues, including policies to promote short-term and long-term economic growth, the effect of deficit reduction on the economy, the implications of changing demographics in the United States, and the macroeconomic effects of tax, Social Security, and Medicare reform. The successful candidate for this position will contribute to CBO’s economic forecast, will help to construct and improve models that underlie CBO’s policy analyses, and will prepare longer-term CBO studies, shorter-term memoranda, and Congressional testimonies. Analysts are also encouraged to turn CBO projects and independent research into CBO working papers and outside publications. Qualifications Applicants should have strong quantitative skills, a desire to work as part of a team on current issues in public policy, and an ability to complete work in a timely manner. Applicants should also have an excellent ability to communicate technical material clearly, both orally and in writing. Applicants should have a PhD in economics or a related discipline or a graduate degree with significant related experience. Economists who have a broad range of policy interests are encouraged to apply, but special consideration will be given to applicants with strong econometric skills, knowledge of international financial markets, and experience in analyzing movements in exchange rates, capital flows, and trade deficits. Both junior- and senior-level applicants will be considered. Salary and Benefits Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with experience, education, and other qualifications. CBO offers excellent benefits and an appealing work environment.   How to Apply Please submit a cover letter, résumé, salary history, brief writing sample, and contact information for three references online; recent graduates should also submit an unofficial copy of their academic transcripts. L etters of recommendation should be sent to careers@cbo.gov . This position is covered by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 as made applicable to CBO by the Congressional Accountability Act, as amended. Because this position is covered by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act, the following categories of people may be eligible for preference in the hiring process relative to other applicants: veterans who have separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after serving on active duty in the armed forces during a war, in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized, or during particular defined periods; disabled veterans; and the mother, spouse, or unmarried widow or widower of certain veterans. To claim this preference, an applicant must identify himself or herself as eligible for veterans' preference in the Self-Identification for Veterans' Preference section of the application and must complete and submit a Veterans' Preference Eligibility Form together with the supporting documentation specified on that form within two weeks of applying. Applicants may obtain a copy of CBO's Veterans' Preference in Appointments policy by submitting a written request to careers@cbo.gov . Contact Nancy Fahey, 202-226-2628, careers@cbo.gov