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US Macroeconomist

50–100/hr

Remote

contract

10 openings

Posted September 25, 2026

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Key details

Pay: $50–100/hr
Location: RemoteUnited States
Job type: contract
Openings: 10
Posted: September 25, 2026

Overview

micro1 seeks a US-based macroeconomist or macro strategist for freelance contract work on US economic data, monetary policy, and financial markets. You will assess indicators such as GDP, inflation, and employment; examine Federal Reserve communications and Treasury yields; and work with historical datasets and revisions, including ALFRED vintages. The project suits professionals from macro research, investment strategy, central banking, or government economic institutions. The role is remote within the United States.

What You'll Do6

Assess US indicators, including GDP, inflation, employment, and other economic releases.
Interpret economic releases from the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) and Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Work with historical economic datasets and data vintages, including ALFRED.
Analyze US Treasury yield curves, interest rate movements, and market expectations for monetary policy.
Review Federal Reserve communications, including FOMC statements, meeting minutes, and the Summary of Economic Projections (SEP).
Apply macroeconomic expertise to research and analytical work.

Requirements6

Professional experience in macroeconomic research, economic strategy, monetary policy, or fixed income research.
Strong knowledge of US economic indicators and Federal Reserve policy.
Familiarity with BEA and BLS releases, Treasury yield curve analysis, and FOMC communications.
Experience handling economic datasets and historical data revisions.
Strong analytical and research skills.
Must be based in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications4

Sell-side or buy-side macroeconomic strategy experience
Background as a US macroeconomist or monetary policy economist
Former Federal Reserve or US Treasury economist
Fixed income or interest rate strategy experience paired with strong macroeconomic expertise

Who Should Apply

Candidates with professional experience in macro research, economic strategy, monetary policy, or fixed income research may be a fit. Applicants must live in the United States and understand US economic indicators, Federal Reserve policy, and historical economic data.

Salary Insight

The compensation field lists $50-$100 per hour, while the description states $50-$70 per hour. The listed pay is hourly, with the final rate discussed later.

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Required skills

Macroeconomic AnalysisEconomic Data InterpretationMonetary Policy AnalysisFederal Reserve Policy AnalysisTreasury Yield Curve AnalysisBea/bls Data FamiliarityHistorical Economic Dataset ManagementFixed Income ResearchAnalytical SkillsResearch Skills

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