The Senior Researcher position at Microsoft's Office of the Chief Economist focuses on conducting impactful academic research in various economic domains. The role is situated within the Monetization and Business Planning group, emphasizing both academic excellence and real-world application. Candidates will work closely with the Chief Economist and a team of economists and data scientists on high-impact projects. This position is ideal for economists who are passionate about research that influences business practices and market strategies.

• Master's Degree in a relevant field and at least 1 year of related economic research experience, or a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and at least 2 years of related economic research experience, or equivalent experience.
• Doctorate in a relevant field or a Master's Degree in a relevant field and at least 3 years of related research experience, or a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years of related research experience, or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in R or Python, including tools for data manipulation and causal inference.
• Knowledge of standard econometric methods in both small and big data settings.
• Experience publishing academic papers as a lead author or essential contributor.
• Experience participating in a top conference in the relevant research domain.
• Experience with Spark or other tools for processing big data.
• Experience developing custom empirical models and methods for pricing and market design.

• Conduct high-impact research projects in collaboration with the Chief Economist and the team.
• Drive individual research agendas while working with the broader team.
• Explore topics such as advertising effectiveness, market design, and optimal pricing contracts.
• Utilize machine learning for prediction and causal inference in economic research.
• Develop and implement empirical models and methods for various economic applications.

• Employees at Microsoft are often offered comprehensive, “world-class” benefits—including health and mental-wellness programs, competitive pay with bonuses and stock awards, and retirement/savings options. Time-off and flexibility are common, with generous vacation and holidays, parental and caregiver leave, and flexible work schedules, alongside learning support, employee resource groups, product discounts, and matching-gifts/volunteering programs. Specific benefits can vary by region.