Postdoctoral Researcher – Macroeconomist

Postdoctoral Researcher – Macroeconomist

Requirements

• Recent or soon-to-be-completed PhD (typically completed within the last 0-5 years) in Economics, Regional Science, Public Policy, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of work or research experience in energy supply chain analysis, global trade modeling, or a closely related field.
• Analytical skills and the ability to apply economic principles to supply chain analysis.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team in a highly collaborative and productive environment.
• Familiarity with a wide range of data sources relevant for economic and environmental analysis, and the ability to identify topics and data sources and engage experts to conduct research. Capable of identifying key features of complex systems and processes.
• Well-developed problem solving, systems thinking, quantitative, and critical thinking skills; intellectual curiosity. Able to structure and formulate solutions to complex problems.
• Highly motivated attitude and detailed-oriented approach with the ability to work independently to deliver.
• Skills in written and verbal communication, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Knowledge in energy systems and/or critical materials and relevant issues
• Ability to model Argonne’s core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork.
• Ability to make our laboratory a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and accessible environment where all can thrive.
• This position requires an on-site presence at the Argonne campus in Lemont, Illinois.
• US citizenship: To perform the essential functions of this position successful applicants must provide proof of U.S. citizenship, which is required to comply with federal regulations and contract.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing existing and future supply chains, with a specific focus on understanding the complexities and challenges associated with rules of origin, labor value content, and customs valuation of US imports in these industries.
• Collecting, synthesizing, and processing information to develop high-quality datasets and derive empirically driven results.
• Working with other team members to develop and apply cutting-edge methodologies to address critical analytical issues.
• Providing rigorous and objective results; publishing journal articles and reports; and presenting results to sponsors and at conferences, workshops, and project meetings.
• Joining project teams, including experts in a variety of topics and regularly collaborating with experts in other Argonne groups as well as in industry and across the federal government.
• Considering economic factors, such as costs, pricing structures, market trends, and free trade agreements and other regulatory compliance measures, to understand the international flows of critical materials throughout the automotive, batteries, and other energy supply chains, from raw minerals extraction to manufactured components, particularly as it applies to US imports and exports.
• Utilizing advanced techniques including partial equilibrium or CGE modeling of trade flows for scenario analyses, and GIS (Geographic Information System) capabilities to map and visualize international supply chain networks and to identify bottlenecks in gaps in the domestic supply chain.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in GIS software and tools, with experience in spatial analysis and data visualization
• Computer programming skills relevant for data manipulation and analysis
• Experience with creating and using complex data-driven analytical models using R.
• Expertise in ecosystems valuation, mixed methods research, life cycle assessment, or sustainability assessments, is a plus.