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This role applies economic thinking to understand risk drivers, decision-making behavior, and policy effectiveness across the organization. What You'll Do: * Support Internal Audit through economic ...

This role applies economic thinking to understand risk drivers, decision-making behavior, and policy effectiveness across the organization. What You'll Do: * Support Internal Audit through economic ...

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How much do behavioural economics jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for behavioural economics in the United States is $89,075.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,000.00 and $90,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does behavioral economics do?

Behavioral economics is a field that studies how psychological, social, and emotional factors influence economic decision-making. Professionals in this area analyze human behavior to develop strategies that improve financial choices, policy design, and marketing effectiveness, often using tools like experiments and data analysis. It is commonly applied in roles that require understanding consumer behavior and decision processes.

What is the difference between Behavioural Economics vs Data Analyst?

AspectBehavioural EconomicsData Analyst
Required CredentialsDegree in Economics, Psychology, or related fieldsDegree in Statistics, Mathematics, or related fields
Work EnvironmentResearch institutions, consulting firms, government agenciesCorporate, finance, marketing, or tech companies
Industry UsageUnderstanding human decision-making, policy designData collection, analysis, reporting for business insights
Common Search IntentComparing roles in behavioral research and economicsAnalyzing data to inform business strategies

While both roles involve data and research, Behavioural Economics focuses on understanding human decision-making processes, often within policy or research settings. Data Analysts primarily analyze data to support business decisions, making their work more data-driven and technical. The roles overlap in data skills but differ in application and focus areas.

How much money does a behavioral economist make?

Behavioral economists typically earn a median annual salary ranging from $70,000 to $120,000, depending on experience, education, and location. Senior roles or those in private sector consulting can pay higher, often exceeding $150,000 annually.

Is behavioural economics a good career?

Behavioral economics is a growing field that combines psychology and economics to understand decision-making. Careers in this area often involve research, consulting, or policy work, requiring strong analytical skills and knowledge of economic theories. Job prospects are favorable in academia, government, and private sectors, with opportunities for specialization and advanced degrees.

What can I do with a behavioral economics degree?

A behavioral economics degree prepares individuals for roles in marketing, finance, consulting, public policy, and research, where understanding human decision-making is essential. Graduates often work as analysts, policy advisors, or behavioral consultants, utilizing skills in data analysis, psychology, and economic modeling. Certification in data tools or research methods can enhance job prospects.
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Behavioral Economist/Social Scientist - Federal Judicial Associate (Criminal Justice)

Behavioral Economist/Social Scientist - Federal Judicial Associate (Criminal Justice)

ProSidian Consulting

Washington, DC โ€ข On-site

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Posted 15 days ago


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Company Description

ProSidian is a Management and Operations Consulting Services Firm focusing on providing value to clients through tailored solutions based on industry-leading practices. ProSidian services focus on the broad spectrum of Enterprise Solutions for Risk Management | Compliance | Business Process | IT Effectiveness | Energy & Sustainability | Human Capital. We help forward-thinking clients solve problems and improve operations.
Launched by former Big 4 Management Consultants; our multidisciplinary teams bring together the talents of nearly 190 professionals nationally to complete a wide variety of engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes. Our Services are deployed across the enterprise, target drivers of economic profit (growth, margin and efficiency), and are aligned at the intersections of assets, processes, policies and people delivering value.
ProSidian clients represent a broad spectrum of industries to include but are not limited to Energy, Manufacturing, Chemical, Retail, Healthcare, Telecommunications, Hospitality, Pharmaceuticals, Banking & Financial Services, Transportation, Federal and State Government Agencies. Learn More About ProSidian Consulting at www.ProSidian.com.

Job Description

ProSidian Seeks a Behavioral Economist/Social Scientist - Federal Judicial Associate (Criminal Justice) (Key Personnel | Exempt - Contract Contingent) to support an engagement for an administrative agency of the United States federal court system established as the central support entity for the federal judicial branch. ย 

This service supports Gov't. - Federal (USA) Sector Sector Clients (For Present / Future Requirements) and ProSidian Team Members (# FTe's: 1) work as part of a Key Personnel Cadre (Labor Category ) to fulfill FFP - Firm Fixed Price (FFP) requirements for a Function as a Contract Consultant - Behavioral Economist/Social Scientist focused on providing solutions to achieve the mission of nonjudicial, administrative business of the United States Courts such as maintaining statistics and managing Court budgets.

Provide Behavioral Economist Consulting To Redesign Bail Report For The Probation And Pretrial Services Office, Washington, DC.ย  PPSO is seeking to establish services to assist staff in redesigning the pretrial services bond report in a way that reframes the information to accurately reflect a person's risk without including non-relevant information. This modified report will help stakeholders make more objective release recommendations and decisions. The report should emphasize the Pretrial Risk Assessment (PTRA) tool and accurately contribute to appropriate recommendations for release. Specifically, The ProSidian Engagement Team shall provide advice on what information is crucial to the bond decision and how the information should be structured in the report.

The Federal Client is an administrative agency of the United States federal court system established as the central support entity for the federal judicial branch.ย  The project focus is to provide Behavioral Economist Consulting To Redesign Bail Report For The Probation And Pretrial Services Office and to assist staff in redesigning the pretrial services bond report in a way that reframes the information to accurately reflect a person's risk.

  • Team ProSidian shall provide services for up to five Probation and Pretrial Services Office (PPSO) administrators and other staff. The PPSO is responsible for designing a bond report that meets all of the above requirements.ย  Task Requirements and Descriptions:ย  The Behavioral Economist shall provide consulting services for up to five PPSO administrators and other staff.
  • Behavioral Economist/Social Scientist - Federal Judicial Associate (Criminal Justice) Candidates shall work to support requirements forย  (Federal Judicial Associate (Criminal Justice) Services) and Assist the project lead/principal investigator with conducting research analysis, reporting, and project management.

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Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Experience providing behavioral economics consulting in a criminal justice or related setting, such as crimino- logy, social justice, or other legal/criminal related field. Community corrections (specifically probation and parole) experience is preferred.
  • Experience conducting behavioral economic assessments and sector analysis; behavioral economics development report writing; behavioral econometric and statistical analysis; or other relevant industry experience.
  • Master's Degree in a field that qualifies individual to serve as a behavioral economist (i.e., behavioral economics, marketing, social and decision neuroscience, etc.) ย 
  • U.S.ย  Citizenship Required - You must be a United States Citizen
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills (This employer participates in the e-Verify program)
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)
  • All ProSidian staff must be determined eligible for a "Facility Access Authorization" (also referred to as an "Employment Authorization") by the USG's designated Security Office.
  • Other Requirements and Conditions of Employment Apply
  • May be required to complete a Financial Disclosure Statement
  • Must be able to submit to and qualify for varying levels of background investigative requirements, up to a Top Secret or DOE "Q" clearance.

TRAVEL:ย  Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings, events, site visits, or other training requirements.ย  Travel is coordinated with the technical point of contact and approved in writing by the Contracting Officer in advance, as allowed, in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations.ย  LOCATION:ย  Work shall be conducted at or in proximity to Washington, DC - Can work Remotely

Additional Information

CORE COMPETENCIES

  • Teamwork - ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader
  • Leadership - ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives
  • Business Acumen - understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people
  • Communication - ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing
  • Motivation - persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions
  • Agility - ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams
  • Judgment - exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications
  • Organization - ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks

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OTHER REQUIREMENTS

  • Business Tools - understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
  • Business Tools - understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
  • Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public, and social sectors
  • Curiosity - the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together
  • Humility - exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have an impact and make a difference
  • Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom

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ProSidian is a management and operations consulting firm with a reputation for its strong national practice spanning six solution areas including Risk Management, Energy & Sustainability, Compliance, Business Process, IT Effectiveness, and Talent Management. We help clients improve their operations. Linking strategy to execution, ProSidian assists client leaders in maximizing company return on investment capital through design and execution of operations core to delivering value to customers. Visit www.ProSidian.com or follow the company on Twitter at www.twitter.com/ProSidianfor more information.

Industry

Business schools and computer and management training

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

2004

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