Economic Research Analyst, Economic Decision Science

Amazon EU SARL (UK Branch)
London
3 months ago
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The Amazon Economics organization is hiring for 2-year positions in our Economics Research Analyst Program. We are looking for highly-skilled and motivated individuals who are eager to work on applied research in a business environment together with Amazon Economists while acquiring the research skills for PhD admissions. Guided by full-time Amazon Economists, Economics Research Analysts will learn how to work with large and complicated data sets to solve real-world business problems at scale using economic methods. Some knowledge of statistics, as well as basic familiarity with programming languages is necessary. Experience with econometrics and a statistical programming language (Python, R, Stata) would be a plus.

These are full-time positions with a set duration of 2 years, with compensation and benefits packages provided. The positions will help prepare Economics Research Analysts to apply for PhD programs in their 2nd year of the position by offering: mentorship with Economists, guidance to take supplementary coursework, and admissions coaching. You will learn how to build data sets and perform applied econometric analysis at Internet speed collaborating with economists, data scientists and MBA's. These skills will translate well into your PhD application profile and provide you with work experience that may help you with writing applied chapters in your PhD dissertation.

We are committed to cultivating a research environment that is diverse and inclusive. We actively
recruit and mentor Economics Research Analysts who bring new perspectives and experiences.

If you are interested, please create a personal profile and submit a CV or resume listing quantitative coursework, and writing sample.

To be considered for this position, candidates must have the right to work in the UK and be able to start between June and September 2025.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Are enrolled in or have completed a Master's degree
- Experience with scripting language (e.g., Python, R, Stata)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Long-term interest in pursuing research in economics

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