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The role will translate complex economic data and forecasting results into practical insight for policymakers, county leaders, economic developers, business organizations, community colleges, workforce partners, researchers and other stakeholders. The Research Associate Professor or Research Professor will help determine appropriate modeling approaches, evaluate forecast accuracy, communicate uncertainty and limitations, prepare written research products, brief stakeholders, and identify emerging economic issues that warrant additional county-level analysis.

The Research Professor or Research Associate Professor reports to the Executive Director of the Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise (KIPE) and will work in close coordination with the Executive Director, who will lead the Initiative’s strategy, operations, partnerships, stakeholder engagement and public-facing growth. This position may supervise or provide functional guidance to economists, analysts, research staff, students or contractors working on forecasting models, economic analysis, research briefs, county profiles, dashboards or stakeholder deliverables.

The position requires strong technical expertise in applied economics, econometrics, forecasting, regional economics, labor economics, public policy or a related field. The successful candidate will help make the Initiative a trusted, objective, and methodologically sound source of economic intelligence for North Carolina.

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The Eller College of Management at the University of Arizona is seeking a Lead Economist to join the Economic and Business Research Center (EBRC) team. This position will work closely with the EBRC Director to identify, pursue, and secure externally funded economic research projects.

The position will independently lead and manage funded projects, contribute to ongoing EBRC initiatives such as the Making Action Possible (MAP) Dashboard and the Forecasting Project, and produce economic analyses and publications that serve clients, policymakers, and the broader public. This is a high-visibility position within EBRC, which is the premiere source of information on the Arizona economy. The successful candidate will play a role in helping grow EBRC’s funded research portfolio while contributing to flagship public-facing products. The position offers autonomy in project development and the opportunity for professional impact within Arizona. The EBRC is the go-to source for trusted, forward-looking economic analysis across Arizona, and it’s recognized for its cutting-edge digital tools including intuitive websites and a dedicated smartphone app.

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The Associate Director will manage projects for the CBEA. The successful candidate will work with the Director to execute projects and communicate regularly with local economic development groups. Responsibilities also include continuing development and marketing of the Center; assisting government agencies and firms with analysis of local, state, and national business and economic conditions; interacting with local, state, and national media with respect to economic conditions and policies in the region; executing economic impact projects and other specialized projects; and all other related duties as assigned.

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The Public Affairs Research Council of Alabama (PARCA) seeks a Data Journalist to join their growing research and communications team. This early-career role blends storytelling, data visualization, and public policy analysis. The Data Journalist will help translate complex data into accessible, compelling stories that inform and inspire change—particularly in education and other key areas of PARCA’s work.

The ideal candidate is a curious, creative, and disciplined thinker—a writer who loves numbers and a researcher who loves stories. You’ll work across PARCA projects, with special emphasis on the new Education Policy Research Center, helping to tell the story of Alabama’s schools, students, and success.

PARCA provides independent, non-ideological policy research and data analysis to educate the public and equip leaders of governments, schools, and nonprofits to make informed decisions based on facts and data, rather than rhetoric and fear. Learn more at www.parcalabama.org.

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The Public Affairs Research Council of Alabama (PARCA) seeks an Education Research Associate to join the newly-formed Education Policy Research Center (EPRC)—PARCA’s hub for rigorous, nonpartisan research on Alabama’s public education system.

This is an early-career position designed for a motivated researcher who wants to build deep expertise in education policy while contributing to high-impact work that informs state and local decision-making. The Education Research Associate will support and conduct policy research on Alabama’s K–12 and postsecondary education systems and help translate that work into clear, credible products for policymakers, educators, civic leaders, and the public.

The role offers close collaboration with senior researchers, exposure to real-world policy debates, and the opportunity to grow as a policy analyst, writer, and public thinker.

PARCA provides independent, non-ideological policy research and data analysis to educate the public and equip the leaders of governments, schools, and nonprofits to make decisions based on facts and data rather than rhetoric and fear. Learn more at www.parcalabama.org.

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University of Hawai’i Economic Research Organization (UHERO), Social Science Research Institute (SSRI), College of Social Sciences, University of Hawai’i at Manoa (Honolulu, Hawai’i) invites applicants for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor. This is a 9-month, full- time, permanent, tenure-track faculty appointment to begin as soon as January 1, 2026, subject to position clearance and availability of funds. Duties include: teach and mentor students, lead tax-focused research and publications, collaborate with UHERO and state tax agencies, secure and manage funded projects, share tax policy expertise with policymakers, and support UHERO’s service and outreach mission.

UHERO is Hawai‘i’s leading source of independent economic research, forecasts, and policy analysis. For over 25 years, its work has guided decisions on major issues—from industry outlooks to environmental and housing policy—while UHERO faculty help prepare the next generation of Hawai‘i’s leaders through the University of Hawai‘i system. For more information about UHERO visit https://uhero.hawaii.edu/.

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University of Hawai’i Economic Research Organization (UHERO), Social Science Research Institute (SSRI), College of Social Sciences, University of Hawai’i at Manoa (Honolulu, Hawai’i) invites applicants for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor. This is a 9-month, full- time, permanent, tenure-track faculty appointment to begin as soon as January 1, 2026, subject to position clearance and availability of funds. Duties include: Teach and mentor students, conduct forecasting-related economic research and publish findings, lead funded projects, contribute to UHERO’s economic models and forecasts, engage with agencies and stakeholders to share insights, support policy analysis and reports, and participate in UHERO service and outreach.

UHERO is Hawai‘i’s leading source of independent economic research, forecasts, and policy analysis. For over 25 years, its work has guided decisions on major issues—from industry outlooks to environmental and housing policy—while UHERO faculty help prepare the next generation of Hawai‘i’s leaders through the University of Hawai‘i system. For more information about UHERO visit https://uhero.hawaii.edu/.

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The Director of Economic Research reports to the Director of the Bureau of Business and Economic Research (BBER), and administratively is considered one of two Associate Directors of BBER along with the Director of the Forest Industry Research Program. The Director of Economic Research must have a demonstrated track record of attracting grants, contracts and other outside funding and the ability to direct the development of the overall research program, and in their role as Associate Director of BBER, they are also responsible for managing professional and research staff, while working with others in the BBER in a collaborative manner. The position is based in Missoula, MT. A hybrid (part-time remote) work arrangement will be considered if primary residence is in Montana.

The position contributes to a high-visibility applied economic research program with a focus on the State of Montana and its regional economies. The broad areas of research would include, but not be limited to, industries relevant to Montana and the mountain west, such as tourism, manufacturing, high tech, energy and health care, as well as related policy issues such as state and local taxes, housing, and environmental issues. The incumbent is expected to conduct peer-reviewed and client-specific applied research and to communicate findings to the public in non-technical language, including presentations at the Montana Economic Outlook Seminars which requires significant in-state, overnight travel.

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