Research Economist

Integra is hiring entrepreneurial and quantitatively-skilled graduates with a background in economics and mathematics who are interested in applying their skills to identify, investigate and analyze fraud in various domains, including finance, healthcare and cryptocurrencies. Integra is a boutique economic consulting and forensic analytics firm that has worked with government agencies and private entities to analyze many complex and high-profile schemes. Our team applies data science and econometric techniques and intensely values each employee to take initiative and to be curious while operating as a data detective to solve complex problems. Responsibilities Working as a data detective to examine potentially fraudulent patterns Conducting qualitative and quantitative research to identify opportunities to detect fraud and identify fraud detection methods Building, cleaning, compiling and analyzing datasets to find insights and fraud patterns using econometrics, statistics and other forms of analyses Building scripts, algorithms and code to process and analyze large datasets effectively and efficiently Presentation of findings to technical and non-technical audiences Qualifications PhD in Economics required, with Finance and Mathematics background a plus Familiarity with Python, SQL, R, or other scripting languages Proficiency in Microsoft Excel Attention to detail with big-picture understanding Ability to work well in teams Highest ethical standards Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. #J-18808-Ljbffr