INTERNATIONAL ECONOMIST (RESEARCH ASSISTANT)

Full Job Description

An independent Federal agency, the U.S.

International Trade Commission provides the President and Congress with high-quality analysis and technical support on international trade, tariff and competitiveness issues; hears and decides import injury cases; and publishes the United States' tariff schedule.

You will find a working environment throughout the Commission that is dedicated to the development of your technical skills and a commitment to provide balance between your work and personal life.

You must meet all the requirements below by the closing date of the announcement and they must be clearly identified in your application, resume, or supporting documents.

This includes any general and specialized experience, education, and/or selective placement factors mentioned.

These are used to determine if you possess the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities to successfully perform in this position.

Economist Series 0110 Individual Occupational Requirements Basic Requirements 1.

Degree: economics, that included at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus. OR 2.

Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in economics, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

Specialized Experience To qualify at the GS-11 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience obtained in the private or public sector that is equivalent to the GS-09 level.

Specialized experience is defined as Applying economic theory and econometric methods to independently plan and execute complex economic research using primary and secondary data sources.

Conducting statistical analyses (e.g., regression, time-series, or forecasting techniques) using statistical software such as R, Stata, SAS, or similar tools.

Designing research approaches, conducting comprehensive literature reviews, interpreting and explaining significant or subtle data variations, and modifying analytical procedures to address unexpected conditions.

Presenting clear, well-supported findings to inform policy, legislative, or program decisions is essential.

OR Master's or equivalent graduate degree Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through national service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills, and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Major Duties:

MAJOR DUTIES Develop data collection instruments, compile and validate datasets from multiple sources, and ensure accuracy, consistency, and methodological integrity of economic information used in agency studies.

Monitor economic trends, industry developments, and policy changes to identify emerging issues requiring analysis and recommend areas for further research.

Contribute to the expansion, modification, or refinement of ongoing studies by incorporating new data, adjusting analytical frameworks, and documenting methodological changes.

Coordinate with internal staff and external stakeholders including other federal agencies, industry representatives, academic experts, and international contacts to obtain specialized information and clarify technical matters.

Draft technical memoranda, background papers, and briefing materials that support senior officials in decision-making, strategic planning, and responses to statutory requirements.