The Macroeconomic Analysis Division is seeking a macroeconomist with a broad range of interests, including fiscal policy and public finance. The division assesses the macroeconomic effects of federal fiscal policy over the short and long run. The division also analyzes emerging developments in the economy and prepares a semiannual economic forecast. In the past several years, the division has analyzed a wide range of issues, including the effect of federal investment on private-sector productivity, the effect of immigration reform on the economy, the effects of changes in the global economy and international trade,   and the economic effects of health care reform. The position involves analyzing similar issues, writing CBO reports describing the analysis, and carrying out original economic research.  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 studies and assessing the dynamic effects of specific pieces of legislation (sometimes called “dynamic scoring”). Also, the successful candidate will be encouraged to turn CBO projects and independent research into CBO working papers and outside publications.  Qualifications Applicants must have a Ph.D. in economics or a closely related discipline. Economists who have a broad range of policy interests are encouraged to apply. Special consideration will be given to candidates who have experience in analyzing and empirically estimating the economic effects of fiscal policy. Excellent interpersonal, writing, and quantitative skills and the ability to communicate technical material in a clear manner are essential—as is being able to work independently and complete work in a timely manner. Both junior- and senior-level candidates will be considered. Noncitizens who are permanent residents of the U.S. and seeking citizenship are eligible to apply..  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. Only complete applications will be considered. Letters of recommendation for new graduates can 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 CBO's Veterans' Preference Eligibility Form together with the supporting documentation specified on that form within two weeks of applying (or no later than the deadline if the position has a deadline) to veoa@cbo.gov. 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 or Angela Smart, Washington, DC, 202-226-2628, careers@cbo.gov EEO M/F/V/D

     

The Macroeconomic Analysis Division is seeking candidates for an entry-level assistant analyst position for a period not to exceed three years – ideal for those interested in substantive work experience before attending graduate school.  The Macroeconomic Analysis Division analyzes the macroeconomic effects of federal fiscal policy, studies emerging developments in the U.S. economy, and prepares CBO’s semiannual economic forecast. In the past few years, the division has analyzed a wide range of issues, including the slow recovery of the U.S. economy and labor markets, policies to promote economic growth, the effect of deficit reduction on the economy, and the macroeconomic effects of health care reform.  Assistant analysts provide support to the division’s 16 economists in various ways. They assist in the development of the economic forecast and projections and the analysis of the macroeconomic effects of fiscal policy, prepare materials for CBO’s publications, maintain the division’s databases, and provide assistance with data manipulation and economic analysis for the division’s other projects. Qualifications Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree with a major or minor in economics or a related discipline. This position requires strong quantitative skills, a proficiency with personal computers for data analysis, and the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. Applicants also should be able to communicate technical material clearly, both orally and in writing, and have good interpersonal skills. This position is only for those with or obtaining a bachelor’s degree; it is not for those who have, or are completing, a master’s degree. This position is a developmental position; people with graduate degrees or who are currently in school pursuing a graduate degree will not be considered. Salary and Benefits The salary range is from $39,000 to $44,000; the salary will be commensurate with education and related experience. CBO offers excellent benefits and an appealing work environment.   How to Apply Please submit a cover letter, résumé, a brief writing sample, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for three references online by February 15, 2016 to ensure consideration.  Only complete applications will be considered. This position is governed by the Veterans Employment 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 (or no later than the deadline if the position has a deadline) to   veoa@cbo.gov  or by fax to 202-225-7539 . Applicants may obtain a copy of CBO's Veterans' Preference in Appointments policy by submitting a written request to   ca reers@cbo.gov .   Contact Nancy Fahey or Angela Smart, Washington, DC, 202-226-2628, careers@cbo.gov EEO/M/F/V/D  

     

The Health, Retirement, and Long-Term Analysis Division (HRLD) is seeking a health economist or health policy researcher with at least five years of experience in designing and conducting analytic studies, mentoring analysts, and writing for both technical and nontechnical audiences to contribute to a variety of projects. Recent work by HRLD includes multiple analyses of the effects of the Affordable Care Act (ACA)—or changes to its provisions—on insurance coverage and federal health care spending, an analysis of the budgetary and economic effects of repealing the ACA, long-term projections of spending in federal health care programs, an analysis of competition and costs in the Medicare drug benefit program, and a study of illustrative options for designing a “premium support” system for Medicare. Ongoing work includes further analyses related to the ACA and studies on a broad range of topics, including drivers of private insurance premiums, factors affecting the supply and prices of medical care, projections of hospitals’ profit margins, the future demand for primary care, and the effects of policies to address obesity on health care spending.   The successful candidate will contribute to a broad range of the division’s responsibilities, which include preparing CBO reports and testimonies, designing and producing state-of-the-art analytical studies that underlie those CBO products, and constructing and improving the associated analytic models. The senior adviser will primarily serve as a team leader, writer, and mentor, providing guidance to less experienced analysts and ensuring timely production of important analyses and reports.     Qualifications Applicants must have a Ph.D. in economics or a related discipline, and at least five years of postdoctoral experience, including experience in managing analytic research projects and mentoring less experienced analysts. Applicants should also have a strong background in health economics, excellent writing skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team on issues of current legislative interest to the Congress. Non US citizens should view  Citizenship Eligibility Requirements  or contact  careers@cbo.gov  for assistance in determining eligibility. 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, a brief writing sample, and contact information for three references online. Applications must be complete to be considered. This is a management position is not governed by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act, as made applicable by the Congressional Accountability Act, as amended.   Contact Nancy Fahey or Angela Smart, Washington, DC, 202-226-2628, careers@cbo.gov EEO M/F/V/D