Job Description

Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets.

The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Ph.D. Economist to join our Intellectual Property team. This is a unique opportunity for an entrepreneurial, highly driven professional with a strong foundation in economics, econometrics, and statistical analysis. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker who can apply advanced analytical skills across a variety of engagements.

In this role, you will provide econometric and statistical analysis in support of intellectual property valuation, litigation support, investment banking advisory, and strategic consulting engagements. This position is designed to evolve into a testifying expert witness role in high-stakes intellectual property litigation.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct rigorous econometric and statistical analyses to support valuation, damages, and market assessments.
• Develop economic models to quantify the value and impact of intellectual property assets.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across valuation, litigation, and advisory practices.
• Prepare expert reports and presentations for clients, legal counsel, and courts.
• Support business development efforts through thought leadership and client engagement.
• Serve as a testifying expert in litigation matters (with mentorship and development support).
  

Qualifications

Required

Qualifications

:

• Ph.D. in Economics, Econometrics, or a related field.
• Strong foundation in applied econometrics, industrial organization, and statistical modeling.
• Telecommunications industry and/or FCC experience required.
• Demonstrated experience with economic analysis in litigation, consulting, or academic settings.
• Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., Stata, R, Python).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  

Preferred

Qualifications

:

• Prior work involving intellectual property, antitrust, or commercial damages.
• Experience preparing or supporting expert witness testimony.
• Familiarity with IP valuation methodologies and licensing practices.
• Experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical sectors.
  

Physical and Mental Job

Qualifications

:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to travel as needed.
  

Additional Information

Some of the Benefits We Have Include

J.S. Held understands all our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team’s needs.

• Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed
• Flexible Time Off policy
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k Match
• Commuter Benefit
  

A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $150,000 -$190,000. Any offered salary range is based on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, training, location, scope of role, management responsibility, etc.

Other Duties

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job description

is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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EEO and Job Accommodations

We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering.

J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please email jobs@jsheld.com . Include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject line, along with your request and contact information.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Job Tags

Full time, Remote work, Flexible hours

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