Research Assistant or Associate Position for Recent Grad at the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities

The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities is seeking to hire a Research Assistant or Associate (RA) – title commensurate with experience -- to join its federal budget and tax team. This role is an excellent opportunity for any of your students (or recent graduates) who have a strong quantitative background, a desire to improve the lives of low- and moderate-income people, and an interest in shaping federal budget and tax policy. The person must be available to start this Fall.

The full job description, as well as how to apply, can be found at the following link: Research Assistant or Associate - Federal Budget and Tax Policy

This RA position offers an exceptional foundation for people seeking a career in public policy. Based in Washington D.C., the Center is a non-profit research organization with a national reputation for rigorous analysis of budget and tax policies and an ability to influence policy debates. Under the supervision of senior experts, the RA will receive strong training in producing relevant analyses on a range of federal budget, tax, and low-income policies, and a unique insight into federal policymaking. The RA will also participate in a program of skill and knowledge development sessions for early-career Center staff.

Former federal budget and tax RAs have gone on to a wide range of analysis and policy roles. Some examples include working with the Council of Economic Advisers, the Office of Management and Budget, the National Economic Council in the White House, the Senate Finance Committee, and at non-partisan national and state research organizations. In addition, RAs have gone from the Center to top-level graduate programs in economics, public policy, and law.

We are interested in applicants who are highly motivated, pay close attention to detail, and want to work in a fast-paced organization whose mission is to improve the well-being of low- and moderate-income people.