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This role applies advanced quantitative and statistical methods to evaluate economic conditions, identify emerging trends, and produce research that informs organizational strategies, policy discussions, and business decisions.\n\nThe Senior Labor Economy Specialist leads and contributes to research projects, develops reports, whitepapers, data visualizations, and presentations, and translates complex economic findings into clear, meaningful insights for internal and external audiences. Working collaboratively across SHRM, this role serves as a subject matter expert on labor economics, providing timely analysis and research-based recommendations to support organizational initiatives and thought leadership.\n\nResponsibilities\nConduct research on a wide range of issues in labor economics.\nCollect and analyze data from various sources, including government datasets, surveys, and academic literature.\nPrepare charts, graphs, and other visualizations to illustrate key findings and trends.\nAuthor research reports, whitepapers, and presentations for internal and external audiences\nCollaboratively develop and lead projects and initiatives within the Labor Economics team and serve as a subject matter expert on economic issues across the organization.\nProvide quick-turn analysis and economic insights to partners across the organization.\nStay current on economic trends, policy developments, and industry news to inform research activities and discussions.\n\nEducation & Experience Requirements\nEducation\nMaster’s degree in economics/quantitative social science required.\nPh.D. preferred.\n\nExperience\nEight (8) or more years’ post-graduate experience working in a fast-paced environment that demands a wide variety of research output, ranging from quick-turn economic analysis to full-scale research reports.\nSignificant experience managing research projects is preferred.\nCertifications - NA\nKnowledge, Skills & Abilities\nStrong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manipulate and analyze large datasets.\nExpert-level proficiency in the statistical software package Stata, as well as high proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (especially Excel). Additional experience in other statistical software packages (e.g., R, SPSS) is desirable.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences.\nAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment, managing multiple tasks and deadlines.\nAbility to lead research projects.\nEagerness to learn and grow in a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment.\nAbility to effectively leverage artificial intelligence (AI) tools and technologies to streamline workflows, enhance productivity, and improve overall work quality.\n\nPhysical Requirements\nThis position operates in a typical office environment (which includes a home office setting) and requires the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Physical requirements may include:\nProlonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.\nFrequent use of hands and fingers for typing, handling documents, and using office equipment.\nOccasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching.\nAbility to lift and carry up to 30 pounds as needed.\nClear verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with colleagues and stakeholders.\nWork Environment\nHybrid Schedule (3 Days In-Office/2 Days Remote)\nThis position follows a hybrid work schedule, with Tuesday through Thursday in office and Monday and Friday remote. Employees must be available during standard business hours, with core hours beginning between 8:00–9:00 a.m. and concluding between 5:00–6:00 p.m. local time.\nTravel: Occasional 0 – 10%\n\n#LI\nThe hiring range for this position is $90,000 to $112,000 per year. This range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications. 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