PhD Associate, Commercial Litigation - Disputes, Claims & Investigations Consulting

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PhD Associate, Commercial Litigation - Disputes, Claims & Investigations Consulting

We are seeking PhD candidates and experienced PhDs to work closely with senior staff on commercial litigation consulting matters.

Responsibilities include economic research, empirical analysis, and external communications preparation. We are seeking applicants with strong written and oral communication skills, strong critical thinking abilities, and the ability to analyze complex data.

The ability to work collaboratively on a team is a key requirement.

An Associate within our Disputes, Claims & Investigations group is expected to have assignments in a variety of industries.

Assignments are typically litigation / dispute matters that require advanced empirical modeling to support liability or damages theories , most frequently related to antitrust matters.

Major Duties and Responsibilities :

Perform industry, company, technical, or economic research

Review, organize, and analyze project data and documents (financial, sales data, healthcare data, etc.)

Develop and review economic damage models in various contexts

Preparation and presentation of schedules and graphical exhibits summarizing results of analytics

Performance of quality control procedures for client deliverables

Prepare written reports and exhibits

Attend client meetings and calls

Assist in business development activities, such as proposals and professional articles

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• A working knowledge of advanced database management and analytical tools such as SAS, STATA, R, Python, etc.
• Expert in Microsoft suite skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access

Ability to focus on details

A strong work ethic, innovative thinking and a positive attitude

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Ability to develop and critique alternative arguments / opinions

Ability to conduct thorough research

Excellent team player

Ability to work with changing client / court-imposed deadlines

Strong organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to multi-task

Ability to interact in a professional manner with clients and employees

Must present professional appearance

Education and / or Training :

PhD, preferably in Economics or Ag Economics

0-2 years of post-graduate experience

Preferred Qualifications :

• Experience or strong interest in litigation / dispute consulting
• Fields : Applied Microeconomics, Industrial Organization, Microeconomic Theory, Game Theory, Labor, Healthcare, Econometrics, Public Policy, Agricultural Economics

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Stout Benefits : Stout offers a variety of benefits to meet the ever-changing needs of our employees throughout their career at Stout.

View our Benefits page to see what this can look like for you.

Flexible Work Schedules : Work-life balance is important to us and we want our employees to have balanced lives, which is why we have a discretionary time off policy for all salaried exempt employees.

This gives you the ability to take time off as appropriate.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

Stout is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, protected genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law.

Stout values a diverse workforce and strongly encourages women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ communities, veterans, people with disabilities and members of other underrepresented communities to apply .

Interested in joining a rapidly growing group of bright, ambitious professionals in a work environment that values culture, diversity, and personal growth?

Stout might just be the right place for you.

For individuals assigned to work in California, Colorado, New York City, or Washington, Stout is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role.

The range for this role considers several factors including but not limited to prior work and industry experience, education level, and unique skills.

The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $120,000.00 - $215,000.00 Annual. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.

Information about benefits can be found here - https : / / www.stout.com / en / careers / benefits.