Senior Research Economist (Public Finances)

• Play a central role in producing the IFS' reaction to and analysis of fiscal events and other fiscal announcements, and contribute to the annual IFS Green Budget, taking responsibility for delivering high-quality and rigorous outputs in a timely and efficient manner.
• Develop a substantive and rigorous programme of research to sit alongside and complement reaction to and analysis of fiscal events, with flexibility on topic depending on interests and experience.
• Represent the IFS in broadcast media interviews and other public forums, with an unrelenting commitment to maintaining the IFS' reputation for impartiality and independence.
• Engage in mentorship and development of more junior researchers, typically including formal line management responsibilities.

This role creates positive change by conducting independent, evidence-based economic research that informs UK fiscal policy and public debate, helping to bridge the gap between academia and public policy through impartial analysis.

• An excellent academic background with at least one top-class degree (undergraduate, masters or PhD) in economics.
• Strong and proven expertise in issues relating to the UK public finances and related policy issues.
• First-rate written and oral communication skills, with an ability to explain complex economic ideas in plain language, and a willingness to undertake broadcast media interviews.
• A proven track record of managing projects and pushing them forward to completion, and experience of, exposure to, and enthusiasm towards empirical economic research and analysis.

Salary: £73,000 - £91,000 (GBP). The position is permanent and full-time, with consideration for part-time for the right candidate. The IFS emphasizes equal opportunities and professional development for all staff.