Senior Economist
Location: Oxford, UK (Hybrid)
Salary: starting at 90k-100k
Contract: Full-time
Join the newly established Economics Platform and help shape the future of science-driven economic policy. We're a fast-growing, multidisciplinary team conducting cutting-edge research at the intersection of economics, science, and global innovation.
We’re looking for a Senior Economist with strong experience in pricing, market access, and economic modelling to support the development and delivery of impactful Public Sector technologies. You’ll work closely with policymakers, product teams, and global stakeholders to drive access and implementation strategies for transformative innovations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead economic research and policy analysis on macroeconomic, fiscal, and regulatory issues affecting national and global markets.
* Design and oversee economic models to evaluate the impact of policy changes, trade developments, or investment strategies.
* Provide strategic economic insights to senior leadership, supporting data-driven decision-making across departments.
* Engage with government agencies, international institutions, and stakeholders to inform and influence economic policy.
* Mentor and supervise junior economists, ensuring high-quality research output and professional development.
* Contribute to white papers, policy briefs, and academic publications to advance the organization’s thought leadership.
Requirements:
* PhD or Master’s degree in Economics, Public Policy, or a related discipline.
* Minimum 5 years of applied experience in government, think tanks, consulting, financial institutions, or international organizations.
* Strong foundation in macroeconomic modeling, forecasting, and quantitative analysis.
* Proficiency in analytical tools such as Excel, STATA, R, Python, or equivalent.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex findings to non-specialist audiences.
* Demonstrated experience in presenting economic analysis to senior stakeholders or policy forums.