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(2027 PhD/ABD graduates) Economic Consulting Senior Associate - Canada

Charles River Associates
Location
Toronto, ON, Canada
Posted
20 days ago
Department
Multi-Practice
Salary
$140,000-$200,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • PhD degree in economics with a completion date of December 2026/Summer 2027
  • Strong knowledge of economic concepts and quantitative research skills
  • Effective written and oral communication skills
  • Experience in statistical analysis programs (Stata, SAS, Python, R, Matlab, Mathematica)
  • Demonstrated high level of initiative and leadership
  • Strong teamwork and collaboration capabilities
Nice to have
  • Curious and analytical thinkers with creative problem-solving approaches
  • Eagerness to learn new skills and programming languages
  • Experience in Excel, SQL, ArcGIS/ArcPy, or Cloud computing (Databricks/Spark, Google Cloud, Azure, AWS)
What the job really is

As a Senior Associate at Charles River Associates, you will work closely with senior consultants on various economic consulting projects, conducting research and analysis in a collaborative environment. Your responsibilities will include designing complex economic models, supervising junior analysts, and preparing client deliverables such as expert reports. You will also engage with clients and contribute to practice-building activities.

Benefits
  • Comprehensive total rewards program
  • Superior benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement plan with employer match
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)
  • Paid parental leave
Things to weigh
  • Position requires a PhD with a specific completion date, which may limit immediate applicants
  • Minimal travel required, but the role emphasizes in-office work 3-4 days a week
  • Salary range provided is broad and may vary significantly based on individual qualifications
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