The Macroeconomic Analysis Division advises the Congress about the economic effects of 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 the long-run effects of federal budget deficits on national saving and private domestic investment, the effects of the Affordable Care Act on the labor market, the effects of fiscal policies with an aging population in CBO’s overlapping-generations model, the slow recovery of the labor market, and the economic impacts of immigration reform. The position involves analyzing similar issues.  The successful candidate will contribute to the division's responsibilities. Those include constructing, improving, and using cutting-edge models that underlie CBO’s short-term and long-term economic projections; analyzing current economic developments; conducting policy analysis; and writing CBO studies. The successful candidate will be expected to interact with both academic and nonacademic economists, as analysts regularly get feedback from outside economists, including those on CBO’s Panel of Economic Advisers  and other top economists around the world. The successful candidate will also be encouraged to pursue independent research projects related to CBO’s broad mission and present this work at conferences and publish it in peer-reviewed journals.  Qualifications Applicants must have a Ph.D. in economics or a closely related discipline. Economists who have a broad range of macroeconomic skills and policy interests are encouraged to apply. Special consideration will be given to candidates who have pursued research related to fiscal policy. Excellent empirical and econometric skills as well as interpersonal and writing skills (including 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. 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 a cover letter, résumé, salary history, and contact information for three (3) references online. Recent graduates should submit an unofficial copy of academic transcripts and submit letters of recommendation in place of contact information for references. Only complete applications will be considered. Although there is no deadline for applying, this position may be closed when CBO has received a sufficient number of applications from qualified candidates. This position is governed by the Veterans Employment in Opportunity Act, as made applicable by the Congressional Accountability Act, as amended.  Because this is a ‘covered position’ within CBO, appointment to this position is governed by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, as made applicable by regulations approved pursuant to the Congressional Accountability Act. Accordingly, qualified applicants who are not current employees of CBO and who were separated from active duty in the armed forces under honorable conditions and who served on active duty in the armed forces during certain wars, in certain expeditions or campaigns, or during specific time periods (veterans) or who are disabled veterans may be eligible to receive preference over nonpreference eligible applicants in appointment decisions. Spouses, widows, widowers, and mothers of certain veterans may also be eligible to claim preference, if the veteran cannot. If claiming veterans’ 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 CBO's  Veterans’ Preference Eligibility Form together with the supporting documentation specified on that form to veao@cbo.gov 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, Washington, DC, 202-226-2628, careers@cbo.gov EEO M/F/V/D