[LTA-P&P] SENIOR ECONOMIST / ECONOMIST

What the role is

You will play a key role in analysing land transport policies and initiatives, from an economic perspective in support of LTA's mission

What you will be working on

• Undertaking econometric and statistical analysis of individual travel behaviour

• Conduct research into patterns of transport-related economic decisions

• Analyse the market structure, economic efficiency, and effectiveness of the regulation, competition and incentive frameworks in our land transport industry, applying relevant theoretical concepts from Industrial Organisation, and using available data resources

• Enhancing the thought leadership of the Authority in economic analysis, you will also support efforts in establishing and promoting LTA's connections to the wider community of researchers and practitioners in economics

What we are looking for

• Knowledge in Economics

• At least 3 years of relevant experience

• Knowledge of micro-economics, especially with regard to transport issues

• Strong knowledge of econometric analysis, especially with regard to discrete choice and panel data modelling

• Knowledge of econometric software such as Python, R and Stata

• Possess the drive and resourcefulness to produce innovative solutions, including the use of AI tools

• Excellent written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills Candidates without relevant working experience but display aptitude may be considered for this role

• Candidates without relevant working experience but display aptitude may be considered for this role