Tonya Sample
778 South Grant St, Meadville, PA 16335
(814) 724-5315 | sampletonya121@[Link]
Professional Summary
Highly motivated professional with a Ph.D. in Behavioral Economics and over 3 years of
experience in economic analysis, policy evaluation, and econometric modeling. Demonstrated
expertise in crafting high-quality analytical frameworks, defining evaluation metrics, and
improving decision-making processes through advanced economic research. Proven ability to
design innovative solutions to complex problems, adapt quickly to new challenges, and deliver
exceptional results in collaborative, remote environments.
Education
Ph.D. in Behavioral Economics
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Graduation Date: May 2016
Master’s in Economics
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Graduation Date: May 2012
Bachelor’s in Economics
Pennsylvania State University, State College, PA
Graduation Date: May 2010
Professional Experience
Economic Research Analyst
Department of Labor and Industry, Harrisburg, PA
June 2018 – Present
• Developed comprehensive economic models to assess the impacts of labor policies,
including minimum wage laws, on employment rates and economic growth.
• Designed detailed rubrics and evaluation criteria to grade policy effectiveness and model
accuracy, leading to a 15% improvement in analytical precision.
• Conducted in-depth macroeconomic and microeconomic analyses to inform public policy
decisions, integrating international economics frameworks where applicable.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality data interpretation and
compliance with economic guidelines.
Behavioral Economics Specialist
Center for Economic Growth, Pittsburgh, PA
January 2016 – May 2018
• Led research initiatives focused on health economics and public policy impacts on
consumer behavior, publishing findings in peer-reviewed journals.
• Produced thought-provoking prompts and scenario-based analyses to test behavioral
economic theories, leading to innovative insights into market behavior.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of environmental and public economic programs, enhancing
program efficiency through data-driven recommendations.
• Delivered workshops on econometric techniques, promoting skill enhancement among
team members.
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
August 2012 – May 2016
• Supported faculty-led research in labor economics and econometrics, contributing to
seminal studies on the economic effects of labor policies.
• Conducted literature reviews and synthesized data to create comprehensive research
rubrics for academic grading.
• Designed AI-driven economic models to simulate the effects of public policies, garnering
recognition for innovation in academic conferences.
Key Skills
• Economic Expertise: Behavioral Economics, Labor Economics, Public Economics,
Econometrics.
• Advanced Research Skills: Generating complex prompts, designing evaluation rubrics,
AI model testing.
• Data Proficiency: Statistical Analysis, Econometric Modeling, Data Visualization (Stata,
R, Python).
• Communication: Advanced English proficiency (C1), technical writing, and remote
collaboration.
• Adaptability: Rapid learner, adept at shifting between tasks and managing complex
guidelines.
Certifications
• Advanced Econometrics – Coursera & University of Amsterdam
• Machine Learning for Economists – edX & MIT
• Remote Team Collaboration – LinkedIn Learning
Publications
• "Behavioral Responses to Minimum Wage Adjustments", Journal of Labor
Economics, 2019.
• "The Economics of Public Health Interventions", American Economic Review, 2018.
Additional Information
• Fully equipped for remote work: high-speed internet, dedicated home office setup.
• Enthusiastic about leveraging advanced AI for economic analysis and problem-solving.