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Principal Economist - 1061 (Remote)

Lightcast is hiring for Principal Economist - 1061 (Remote) in Remote (Work From Home) US. Remote, Staff level. First seen August 6, 2026; open as of November 11, 2026. Jobs taken straight from company career pages — no aggregator in between.

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Company
Lightcast
Where
Remote (Work From Home) US
Arrangement
Remote
Level
Staff
First seen
August 6, 2026
Listed via
Lever

What the posting says

This role is for a highly credible researcher who understands the challenges facing colleges and universities, from demonstrating the value of education and improving graduate outcomes to aligning programs with changing employer demand and responding to AI's impact on skills and careers. The Principal Economist will develop influential research, publish original insights using Lightcast data, and serve as a trusted external voice with university presidents, provosts, researchers, policymakers, foundations, and other leaders shaping the future of higher education and work. The ideal candidate…

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