The Economic Research Service (ERS) conducts broad programs of economic and other social science research and analysis relating to agriculture, food, natural resources and rural America for use by public and private decision makers. ERS' clients are the executive and legislative branches; environmental, consumer and public interest groups, including farm and industry groups; and the general public.
ERS is hiring Economists across the agency in the Food Economics Division, Market & Trade Economics Division, or Resource & Rural Economics Division. We are seeking Economists with responsibility for carrying out complex economic research and analysis programs that include formulating research plans, developing methodology, determining data needs, and defining resources. Strong research and writing skills, and the ability to relay results to both lay and professional audiences are essential.
Visit https://www.ers.usda.gov/about-ers/careers-at-ers/ for information on open positions and how to apply.