Organization
India Development Foundation (IDF) conducts independent and in-depth research and provides recommendations for India to move to a market based economy. Our research can be applied towards policy and regulation. Our research can help setup enabling systems for a market based economy. We work across education, health, environment and the digital economy, including competition, consumer choice and innovation.
Our work is based on economic theory and primary and secondary research. We engage with stakeholders (industry, startups, consumers, experts, government, regulators) on a regular basis. Our recommendations are practical, actionable, backed by evidence, and balanced.
We are a 21 year old organization with strong roots in economic research. Our Founder and Research Director is Professor Shubhashis Gangopadhyay, an eminent Economist of International repute.
You can find more information about the organisation at www.idfresearch.org and www.cdfresearch.org
Job Description
We have multiple roles. We are looking for an Economist to independently manage Research projects. This will include conceptualising and carrying out research, managing research associates, engaging with stakeholders on a regular basis, updating and brainstorming with internal and external teams, and writing research reports. This is a full time role.
We are also looking for Economists to work with us on an anytime, anywhere, remote model. This will be research based and could include managing the entire research project, or some part of it depending on your availability
Responsibilities
Research – (a) theoretical/analytical framing of research (b) primary data collection through stakeholder interactions, surveys, secondary sources (c) analysis of data (d) report preparation and writing (e) communicating research findings through presentations, talks and meetings
Skills required
Theoretical foundation
Economic analysis / Analytical skills
Econometrics/ Data analysis
Written communications - short form and long form
Verbal communications – one-on-one and in a group
Relationship management with internal and external teams
Education and work experience needed
PhD in industrial organisation/competition economics/applied micro-theory/regulatory economics/law and economics. Candidates in the last year of their PhD who are close to completing their programs will also be considered.
OR
MA in Economics with 7 - 8 years of relevant experience
Location
Delhi
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