Break away from the typical finance job search and learn more about this unusual profession. An Unusual, High-Paying Economics Niche by Dona DeZube Summary Forensic economists determine economic value of situations. You won't find many of these jobs in the want ads. Connect with organizations and colleges related to the profession. It's not an easy field to break into and the salary you start at will likely be a tenth of the salary at career-end, but there are some terrific benefits to this niche in economics.
Forensic economists tend to work solo, taking as many or as few cases as they like.
Many work from home offices. That makes it a flexible job, perfect for parents who want to cut back while children are young or those who just like to be home after school as much as possible. The old-fashioned way. Determining Economic Damages . Since forensic economics is a cottage business where a large firm may hire only six to 10 economists, entry-level positions generally aren't advertised.