Research Economist

Job Title

Research Economist

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Texas Real Estate Research Center

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who We Are

The Texas Real Estate Research Center was founded in 1971 by an act of the Texas Legislature. The Center’s enabling legislation defines a broad mandate to “conduct studies in all areas related directly or indirectly to real estate and/or urban or rural economics.” In addition to research programs in residential, commercial, and rural land economics, the Center maintains administrative, data, and communications teams to support its research agenda. Please learn more at www.trerc.tamu.edu

What We Want

As a Research Economist, you will be at the forefront of conducting economic analysis related to real estate for the State of Texas, producing insightful reports, and sharing your findings through engaging articles and presentations. Under the guidance of the research director, you will delve into the Texas economy and real estate markets, developing expertise in finance and economics. Your role will involve designing and conducting research projects, evaluating and developing economic models, and creating standardized reports on economic trends. You will stay updated on the latest research methodologies and maintain the highest integrity in data collection and analysis. Your findings will be disseminated through various channels, including written articles, oral presentations, and media interviews, ensuring they reach a wide array of audiences. Additionally, you will collaborate with other researchers, participate in staff meetings, assist with seminar planning, and develop relationships with key institutions in the real estate industry to enhance the Center’s public exposure and foster collaborative efforts. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of real estate economics.

What You Need to Know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire’s experience.

A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• PhD in real estate, economics, agriculture, economics or business administration.

• Seven years teaching, research or equivalent experience at the university level.

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proven ability to effectively communicate with a variety of audiences in industry, academics and government via written articles and oral presentations.

• Experience with analytical software such as R, Python, or others.

• Ability to travel in-state to perform speaking duties.

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in real estate, finance, economics, or related program.

• More than six years of applied economic analysis in housing or commercial real estate economics, with industry experience.

 

Responsibilities

• Research and Analysis- Performs as a researcher, under guidance of the research director, in the unit with a focus on the Texas economy and real estate markets. Addresses general economic and market conditions and develops expertise in niche residential assets including multifamily, short and long-term single-family rentals, and manufactured housing. Defines data needs. Utilizes data and other resources to design and conduct research projects. Evaluates, analyzes and develops economic models to interpret findings. Develops standardized, repeatable reports of trends and analysis of economic activity. Stays abreast of the latest and most appropriate research methodologies and applies best practices. Implements high level of integrity in data collection and maintenance. Maintains objectivity and neutrality in all aspects of research. Prepares reports of findings. Reviews and comments on technical accuracy of manuscripts and research proposals. Stays informed of economic conditions in financial and real estate markets.

• Research Communication and Reporting- Disseminates findings through written articles, oral presentations, media interviews, and other means. Writes technical and industry articles on research findings, data search and processing, econometric-statistical analysis, and forecasting for publication in Center print and online outlets. Coordinates with unit editorial staff to create articles and oral presentations of findings for a wide array of audiences, such as state, industry, municipalities and individuals. Responds to requests from external constituencies with expert information.

• Program Planning and Coordination- Collaborates with other researchers on projects as needed. Participates in scheduled research staff meetings. Assists research director to identify and define research projects and resource requirements. Plans and participates in relevant Center seminars. Develops other projects as assigned.

• External Liaison- Develops and maintains relationships with recognized institutions and organizations in the real estate industry in Texas to expand the Center’s public exposure and to foster collaborative efforts.

 

Other Requirements and Factors

• This position is security sensitive.

• This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures.

• All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements.

• (If applicable) This position allows alternate work location per TAMU guidelines

• May have to work on the weekend and/or after normal hours.

• May travel as required.

Why Texas A&M University? 

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. 

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays 

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas 

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more 

• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time  for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.