• Provide economic and market research supporting domestic and international initiatives through the development of subject-specific white papers.
• Assist Senior Forest Economist in developing log, stumpage, and carbon price forecasts for US and international timberland investments.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist and collaborate with Senior Forest Economist in the following areas:
• Development of macroeconomic research supporting long-term price forecasts.
• Support the maintenance of in-house databases associated with log prices, markets, and timberland transactions for all operating geographies.
• Complete market research supporting acquisition efforts and ongoing management through price analyses, market evaluations, end-use product trends, and industry competitiveness analyses.
• Support the development of analyses for client reporting and marketing, and present analyses through various venues including conferences, professional meetings and client outreach opportunities.
• Respond in a timely manner to internal and external information requests in conjunction with management and various team members.
• Ensure that environmental or financial risk management reporting is conducted in a timely and professional manner to the Senior Forest Economist and, if appropriate, local Safety Coordinator.
• Actively participate within the organization to ensure all timberland management investment services meet or exceed client commitments and expectations.
• Represent Campbell Global and JPMorgan Chase at all levels, maintaining positive public relations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• PhD. in Forest Economics or Applied Economics preferred. ABD or MS in applied field of economics will also be considered.
• Three years' work experience in forest economics, macroeconomics, and/or microeconomics.

• Demonstrated ability in analyzing domestic, export and foreign log price trends.
• Demonstrated understanding of regional and local supply/demand relationships and the effects of these relationships on historical, current and future log prices.
• Demonstrated understanding of the impact of domestic and international macroeconomic changes on log prices.
• Familiarity with current forest carbon offset markets, types of forest carbon offset projects, and their key eligibility requirements.
• Demonstrated understanding of timberland, or related, investment industry.
• Excellent analytical and statistical skills.
• Proficient with spreadsheet, word processing, database, and statistical software (such as R, Python, SAS) programs.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, presentation skills, and demonstrated professional writing skills are a high priority.
• Demonstrated capacity to work independently and as a team player in a dynamic work environment.
• Demonstrated capacity to develop strong working relationships across a broad cross section of Campbell Global and JPMorgan Chase including clients and internal staff.

JPMorgan Chase & Co., one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

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As a part of our commitment to health and safety, we have implemented various COVID-related health and safety requirements for our workforce. Employees are expected to follow the Firm's current COVID-19 or other infectious disease health and safety requirements, including local requirements. Requirements include sharing information including your vaccine card in the firm's vaccine record tool, and may include mask wearing. Requirements may change in the future with the evolving public health landscape. JPMorgan Chase will consider accommodation requests as required by applicable law.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set, and location. For those in eligible roles, discretionary incentive compensation which may be awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

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