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IEA Job OpportunitiesThe University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR) ‘s Institute for Economic Advancement (IEA) is accepting applications for the following positions: Senior Research Professor of Economics / State Economic Forecaster.Main duties include maintaining, operating the state econometric model, publishing quarterly forecasts in the Arkansas Economic Outlook and presenting the state forecast at the semiannual forecast conferences. A PhD degree in economics is required, experience with applied econometrics and urban or regional economics preferred, oral and written communication skills are necessary to present analytical results to general business, governmental audiences, and the press.Download a complete description (pdf). Economic Development Research SpecialistTwo positions as an Economic Development Research Specialist. Primary responsibilities include assistance in a combination of the following (depending on the candidate's expertise): developing and/or coordinating programs in the Institute's Center for Economic Development Education; teaching in the Center's short courses; conducting local and regional economic development assessments, and facilitating economic development strategic planning support for localities and regions in Arkansas. Qualifications include a Masters Degree preferred, and preferably at least 5 years of experience and demonstrated competence in some combination of the primary responsibilities. Office suite software and strong interpersonal and communications skills are required. Download a complete description (pdf).
IEA is a university applied research and outreach center with a staff of more than 40 employees and has a successful history of performing unbiased research for the state/federal agencies and businesses. IEA is the primary source of research and information to support economic development in the State of Arkansas. For more information about the institute visit http://www.iea.ualr.edu/. The appointment will be on a full-time permanent 12-month basis with a competitive salary and excellent benefits. The review of applications will continue until the position is filled. The application should include a cover letter, resume, and names and contact information of three references, who will be contacted by IEA when applicants reach the finalist stage. The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and actively seeks the candidacy of women, minorities and individuals with disabilities. Persons hired must provide proof of legal authority to work in the United States. Under Arkansas law, all applications are subject to disclosure. |
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