Economist Position – Fannie Mae – Economic and Strategic Research Group

The Economic and Strategic Research (ESR) group at Fannie Mae is seeking a highly motivated economist with research experience in applied microeconomics, housing/urban or environmental economics, and real estate finance. Potential candidates should demonstrate an ability to conduct independent research, experience with econometric modeling, technical ability with statistical software packages, excellent communication skills and must have completed a Ph.D. in economics or a related field by 07/2023. Strong candidates will have a record of research publication in the fields described above.

Major responsibilities include conducting research on climate change impacts to the US housing market and climate scenario analysis, interacting with staff economists on projects, communicating with Fannie Mae’s business units, and preparing research for internal and external publication.

ESR is headed by the Chief Economist and its mission is to deliver high quality forecasts and independent research and analysis on relevant economic, demographic and housing-related topics to inform Fannie Mae business decisions.

In addition to working on real-world problems in a business setting, ESR economists have the opportunity to conduct independent research for academic or more general interest media publication. Fannie Mae offers competitive salaries and benefits.

Please apply online at: https://www.aeaweb.org/joe/listing.php?JOE_ID=111470898

Applications reviewed on an ongoing basis until position is filled.