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Research Analyst (Economics) - July 2025

The Brattle Group
San Francisco, California, United States
$95.5K a year
Full-time

The Brattle Group is looking for Research Analysts (RAs) to work out of our San Francisco, CA office.

ABOUT THE BRATTLE GROUP AND ECONOMIC CONSULTING

The Brattle Group is a leading global economic and litigation consulting firm. We provide expert analysis and testimony in legal disputes, regulatory proceedings, and business strategy.

Our teams apply economic, financial, and analytical expertise to solve complex problems and provide strategic insights for our clients.

At The Brattle Group, we bridge the gap between economic theory and real-world application, helping clients make informed decisions in areas such as corporate finance, energy, competition, and regulatory economics.

WHAT IS ECONOMIC CONSULTING?

Economic consulting involves using economic theories, quantitative methods, and data analysis to address legal and business challenges.

Consultants work on high-stakes projects, providing expert testimony and strategic advice to law firms, corporations, and government agencies.

Our work influences major decisions and outcomes in legal cases and business strategies worldwide.

RESEARCH ANALYST ROLE

As a Research Analyst (RA) at The Brattle Group, you will be integral to our project teams, collaborating with senior consultants and experts.

Your responsibilities will include :

Quantitative Models and Solutions : You'll build models and create innovative data-based solutions for clients using programming languages, such as R, Python, Stata, SAS, Excel, and VBA (e.

g. conducting data and statistical analysis, econometric analysis, building interactive dashboards, etc.).

  • Qualitative Research and Literature Review : You'll conduct comprehensive research, including market analysis, literature reviews, document examination, and writing memos to provide insights and support expert reports.
  • Supporting Expert Witnesses : You'll assist in preparing expert reports and presentations, helping our experts present complex economic and financial concepts clearly in legal and regulatory contexts.
  • Collaborating with Team Members : Effective communication and teamwork are critical. You'll work closely with colleagues at all levels, contributing to the development of robust and innovative solutions for our clients.

TYPICAL CASES IN METRICS

In the METRICS practice, you will work on cases such as :

  • Antitrust & Competition : Research markets, evaluate any restrictions to competition and, estimate any relevant damages.
  • Telecom : Conduct analysis related to competition, auctions, and mergers within the telecom industry.
  • Consumer Protection and Product Liability : Identify the effects of misinformation on consumer choice, elicit the value that consumers place on particular product features through the statistical and econometric evaluation of sales data.

RA CAREER DEVELOPMENT

At The Brattle Group, your career growth is a priority. As an RA, you will gain valuable skills in applied economics and finance.

You'll discover your strengths and interests, and how to best apply your skills. You will be paired with a peer-level buddy and a manager-level mentor to help you make the most of your time at Brattle.

By the end of your first year, you will have learned to conduct basic research, write and revise code, collaborate on analysis, present research findings clearly and concisely.

You will have also gained experience and aptitude across industries and coding languages.

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will possess :

  • An undergraduate degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g. economics, computer science, data science, and mathematics), with strong academic performance.
  • Great teamwork and leadership skills. Our project work is done almost exclusively on teams, so it’s critical that our RAs work well with others.
  • Intellectual curiosity and creativity. We are looking for candidates who consistently want to learn more and approach problems with creativity.
  • A high degree of ownership and commitment. Successful RAs are committed to delivering their best work product, taking ownership of their work, and engaging in excellent client services.

Additionally, we look for candidates who :

  • Have completed or will complete a course in econometrics.
  • Have completed a significant, self-defined project using quantitative analysis and economic principles.
  • Can apply quantitative analysis and economic thinking to real-world cases during the interview process.

THE PROCESS

Please submit the following materials through the link below :

  • Cover letter
  • Resume
  • Transcript(s) (unofficial copies accepted)

To streamline the process, please use your school-issued email address on your application.

Brattle offers a competitive benefits package, base salary, and bonus program for eligible roles based on individual and firm performance.

The anticipated base gross annual salary for this position in San Francisco is $95,520.

THE EMPLOYER

The Brattle Group answers complex economic, finance, and regulatory questions for corporations, law firms, and governments around the world.

We are distinguished by the clarity of our insights and the credibility of our experts, which include leading international academics and industry specialists.

Brattle has over 400 talented professionals across four continents. For more information, please visit our website.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

The Brattle Group is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity and expression, age, height, weight, domestic partner status, Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome or HIV status (AIDS / HIV status), genetic information, sexual orientation, disability (where the applicant or employee is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation), marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, drug or alcohol abuse or alcoholism, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

We encourage all applicants to click here to review our full Equal Employer Opportunity Statement and here for more information on our commitment to promoting equity and inclusion across all identities and experiences.

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