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Associate Principal (Antitrust & Competition Economics)

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  • Founded 1965
  • Ticker CRAI
CRAI 153.00 USD +4.83%
  • Revenue (FY2025) $751.58M
  • Net income $54.78M

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Charles River Associates

Join Charles River Associates as an Associate Principal specializing in Antitrust & Competition Economics in our Oakland office. This full-time position offers the opportunity to advance complex economic analyses and strategic counsel for Fortune 500 corporations, government agencies, and leading law firms navigating competitive issues, regulatory investigations, and high-stakes litigation.

About the Role

As an Associate Principal, you'll serve as a senior-level economist and strategic advisor on matters involving antitrust law, competition policy, and market economics. You'll lead project teams on engagements ranging from merger analysis and cartel investigations to regulatory compliance and damages quantification. This role blends deep economic expertise with client-facing leadership, positioning you at the forefront of competition economics consulting.

What You'll Do

  • Conduct rigorous economic and econometric analyses to support litigation, regulatory proceedings, and corporate decision-making
  • Prepare economic expert reports, testimony, and depositions in complex antitrust and competition matters
  • Lead multidisciplinary teams and manage client relationships across sectors including technology, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and industrial markets
  • Advise on merger competition issues, market definition, pricing analysis, and competitive effects
  • Research competition policy developments, industry trends, and emerging economic evidence relevant to client matters
  • Mentor junior consultants and economists while maintaining technical excellence and regulatory compliance

What We're Looking For

  • Ph.D. in Economics or closely related field; substantial graduate training in microeconomics and econometrics required
  • 7+ years of professional experience in antitrust consulting, competition economics, regulatory economics, or related practice
  • Demonstrated expertise in economic analysis, litigation support, and expert testimony
  • Strong communication skills with ability to translate complex economic concepts for legal and business audiences
  • Project leadership experience and proven ability to manage client engagements and teams
  • Familiarity with antitrust law, competition policy frameworks, and regulatory processes

About Charles River Associates

Charles River Associates is a preeminent global consulting firm trusted by corporations, law firms, and government entities worldwide. CRA economists and experts provide specialized knowledge in economics, finance, and business strategy to resolve disputes, support regulatory strategy, and guide critical business decisions. Our Oakland office serves as a hub for antitrust and competition practice across the Western United States.

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