Economist

•Location:    Richmond, VA 23218•Job Status:    Full Time, Employee•Job Category:    Accounting/Finance/Insurance•Career Level::    Experienced (Non-Manager)Economist Job Description:Capital One is one of worlds largest, most analytically sophisticated financial service providers. Our growing Fortune 500 company is known for giving affordable access to credit to tens of millions of customers worldwide. We also provide auto, home and business loans, plus banking and other financial services. Expertise in quantitative analysis is central to our success in all these markets. Our 100+ modelers thrive in a culture of mutual respect, excellence and innovation. We have several opportunities available for top-notch quantitative professionals. Successful candidates will partner cross-functionally with business throughout the company to deliver breakthrough analytical solutions to support a winning strategy in a continually changing business environment. Responsibilities Include: Development, enhancement and implementation of statistical and other quantitative models to support underwriting, account management and other business decisions Understanding technical issues in econometric and statistical modeling and applying these skills toward solving business problems Monitoring statistical model performance and providing technical guidance to business leadership Identifying opportunities to apply quantitative methods to improve business performance Communicating technical subject matter clearly and concisely to individuals from various backgroundsJob Experience:Basic Qualifications:• Masters degree in Econometrics, Statistics, Mathematics or another related field of study • Proficiency in key econometric and statistical techniques (predictive modeling, logistic regression, survival analysis, design of experiments, decision trees, data mining methods, and other advanced statistical and econometric techniques) • Authorization for continual employment in the United States • Proficient with speaking and writing in English Preferred Qualifications: • PhD in Econometrics, Statistics, Mathematics or other related fields of study • Experience with very large datasets • Background and experience in consumer or commercial risk, especially scoring, and forecasting models • Strong SAS programming skills • Ability to communicate effectively and influence others No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. We promote a drug-free work environment.Minimum Education Required: MastersExpected Travel Time: NoneThis company may offer relocation assistance.  _________________________________________________ We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We promote a drug-free work environment.