The Central Science Team within Amazon’s People Experience and Technology org
(PXTCS) uses economics, behavioral science, statistics, and machine learning to
proactively identify mechanisms and process improvements which simultaneously
improve Amazon and the lives, well-being, and the value of work to Amazonians.
We are an interdisciplinary team, which combines the talents of science and
engineering to develop and deliver solutions that measurably achieve this goal.

We are looking for a Senior Economist who is able to provide structure around
complex business problems, hone those complex problems into specific, scientific
questions, and test those questions to generate insights. The idóneo candidate
will work with various science, engineering, operations, and analytics teams to
estimate models and algorithms on large scale data, design pilots and measure
their impact, and transform successful prototypes into improved policies and
programs at scale. They will lead teams of researchers to produce robust,
objective research results and insights which can be communicated to a broad




audience inside and outside of Amazon.

The ideal candidate has a PhD in Economics and deep expertise in causal
inference and applied econometrics. Experience with large-scale data,
proficiency in statistical programming (Python), and familiarity with machine
learning methods are a plus. To be successful in this role, you should be
comfortable operating with ambiguity, able to independently scope and prioritize
research agendas, skilled at influencing decisions through rigorous analysis,
and comfortable with using AI tools. Basic Qualifications: - PhD in economics or
equivalent Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in analytics and applied
economics
- Experience in developing and executing an analytic vision to solve
business-relevant problems
- Experience in building statistical models using R, Python, STATA, or a related
software
- Experience in industry, consulting, government or academic

📌 Senior Economist, PXT Central Science (Chile)
🏢 Amazon
📍 Chile