Julie Trivitt, Ph.D.
Fayetteville,AZ
Summary
Accomplished research economist and former faculty member with a proven track record in policy analysis, economic theory, and econometric research. Expert in translating complex data into actionable insights, demonstrated through impactful research on childcare and education policy. Skilled in fostering collaborative environments, evidenced by leading diverse teams and enhancing student engagement through innovative teaching methods.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Economist | Owner
JRT Analytics
06.2024 - Current
- Collected data and wrote research briefs to support policy positions for women in the STEM pipeline, working moms, and female entrepreneurs.
- Projected state-level economic impacts of proposed childcare legislation and presentation of report to stakeholders and decision makers.
- Evaluate data on student and teacher outcomes and school performance after policy changes.
- Lead teams of state government agency employees in using real-time labor market data to support agency decisions.
Research Economist
Heartland Forward
08.2020 - 05.2024
- Led research projects on issues relevant to human capital and workforce development in the Heartland. Research topics included opportunity occupations, online job searches and job postings, efficient use of child care funding, and how engineers and computer scientists affect economic growth.
- Provided expert advice on economic issues to policymakers, aiding in effective decision-making processes.
- Attended conferences to network and learn more about issues concerning stakeholders and policymakers.
Professor
University of Arkansas
08.2012 - 08.2020
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
- Intentionally designed courses to engage students in lecture and cover learning objectives with appropriate practice.
- Published research in academic journals relevant to public policy in education.
- Supervised senior and graduate students in conducting their own research.
- Designed and launched a study abroad class on Innovation in Israel.
- Served as Co-Director of Teaching and Faculty Support Center.
Professor
Arkansas Tech University
08.2007 - 08.2012
- Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Published research in academic journals and presented at professional conferences.
Education
Ph.D. - Economics
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR12-2006
Master of Arts - Economics
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR12-1996
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO05-1994
Skills
- Microeconomic theory & Econometric analysis
- Policy analysis
- Data interpretation & Statistical modeling
- Quantitative research
- Project Management
- Expert in Stata, Excel, Powerpoint, Word
- Competent and still learning R, SQL, Tableau
- 15 Peer-reviewed academic publications
Timeline
Research Economist | Owner
JRT Analytics
06.2024 - Current
Research Economist
Heartland Forward
08.2020 - 05.2024
Professor
University of Arkansas
08.2012 - 08.2020
Professor
Arkansas Tech University
08.2007 - 08.2012
Ph.D. - Economics
University of Arkansas
Master of Arts - Economics
University of Arkansas
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Missouri State University
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