Macroeconomic Modeling Specialist

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About this role
OpenTrain is recruiting for a remote Macroeconomic Modeling Specialist focused on building and validating advanced EViews-based forecasting models. The work centers on time-series modeling, diagnostics, automation of forecasting workflows, and translating statistical output into clear macroeconomic insight that can support broader economic narratives and policy recommendations.

What you will do
- Design and implement time-series models such as VAR, VECM, ARIMA, and cointegration frameworks in EViews.
- Run diagnostics and validation checks to assess forecast robustness, stability, and accuracy.
- Automate forecasting workflows to improve efficiency and scalability.
- Document modeling methods and results in concise written reports.
- Convert statistical findings into actionable economic insights for technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Required skills
- Extensive hands-on EViews experience, including scripting and automation.
- Proven ability to build, estimate, and validate time-series models.
- Strong understanding of model diagnostics, stability tests, and forecasting accuracy measures.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills for explaining quantitative work.
- Background in Economics, Econometrics, Applied Statistics, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience supporting central banks, policy institutions, or financial-sector clients is a plus.
- Familiarity with R, Python, or Stata is a plus.

Remote work, schedule, and pay
- Remote contractor role
- Part-time schedule
- Estimated pay: $35 to $100 per hour

Why work with OpenTrain
OpenTrain gives freelancers one place to manage AI training opportunities instead of rebuilding proof of work on every platform. A stronger OpenTrain profile helps you show credible experience, discover roles that match your skills, and turn AI training and data-labeling work into a long-term portfolio.