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Economist

Department of Energy - Agency Wide · Posted today

On-site Morgantown, WV $126K – $176K Apply by Jul 13, 2026 Economist INTJINTP
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About the Role

This position is part of the Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management - National Energy Technology Laboratory, Department of Energy. As an Economist, you will perform a broad range of professional economics work, which involves the formulation, programming and guidance of a very large, or two or more large, economic analysis projects, or continuing programs.

What You'll Do

  • The Department of Energy's mission is to ensure America's security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions.
  • The Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy - National Energy Technology Laboratory office works to unleash the full potential of America's hydrocarbon, geothermal, and critical mineral resources to provide affordable, reliable, and secure energy.
  • Our team of talented and diverse experts uphold gold standard science and advance industry-aligned technologies to commercial scale and advance mission aligned applied research and technology solutions while serving as a resource to DOE as the only GOGO National Laboratory.
  • For more information visit http://www.netl.doe.gov/ We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S.
  • We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans.
  • As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement.
  • Veterans shape the future of energy As an Economist, you will: Conduct systematic economic analyses and modeling to collect industry data, trace market trends, and provide strategic policy inputs for national and international energy programs.
  • Advise senior agency leadership and program sponsors as an authoritative consultant on complex economic issues, policy implications, and budget recommendations.
  • Evaluate the economic impacts of new technologies, policies, and market forces by designing, testing, and validating advanced parametric economic models.
  • Manage complex economic research projects from inception to completion, which includes defining the research scope, coordinating multidisciplinary project teams, and managing timelines.
  • Prepare and disseminate comprehensive research findings through peer-reviewed articles, technical reports, and presentations at major professional and economic conferences.
  • Establish policy guidelines and impact-assessment frameworks to analyze the economic, environmental, and social benefit-cost ratios of proposed energy initiatives.

Requirements

  • This vacancy has a positive education requirement.
  • In order to be rated as qualified, you must provide copies of your college transcripts.
  • Failure to provide copies of your college transcripts may result in a rating of "Ineligible".
  • Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S.
  • Department of Education.
  • Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S.
  • Department of Education.
  • For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website.

Personality Fit

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Job ID: 8a3a5936-95da-4c61-9588-7aab09dd2cd0

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