Jaeger Nelson
About Jaeger Nelson
Jaeger Nelson serves as the Unit Chief at the Congressional Budget Office, where he supervises a team of PhD economists and oversees the development of economic models for policy analysis. He has a strong academic background in economics and finance, having earned a Ph.D. from Indiana University and graduated summa cum laude from the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater.
Current Role at Congressional Budget Office
Jaeger Nelson currently serves as Unit Chief at the Congressional Budget Office (CBO), a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he supervises a team of PhD economists within the Fiscal Policy Studies Unit. His responsibilities include overseeing the development of economic models that are utilized for policy analysis, contributing to the CBO's mission of providing objective, nonpartisan analysis to support the federal budget process.
Previous Experience at Congressional Budget Office
Prior to his current role, Jaeger Nelson worked at the Congressional Budget Office as an Associate Analyst from 2018 to 2020 and as a Principal Analyst from 2020 to 2023. During these five years, he gained extensive experience in economic analysis and policy evaluation, focusing on the implications of fiscal policies and economic trends.
Academic Background and Education
Jaeger Nelson graduated summa cum laude from the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater, earning a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance and Economics with a minor in Mathematics. He continued his education at Indiana University Bloomington, where he obtained a Master of Arts in Economics and later a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in the same field. His academic training laid a strong foundation for his analytical skills and expertise in economic research.
Teaching Experience
Jaeger Nelson has a background in academia, having served as a Lecturer at The Johns Hopkins University since 2021. His teaching experience also includes roles as an Associate Instructor and Teaching Assistant at Indiana University, where he contributed to the education of undergraduate students in economics. He has also held various instructional positions at the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater, including Supplemental Instructor and Peer Mentor.
Research Focus and Contributions
Jaeger Nelson's research primarily centers on public insurance programs in the United States and their effects on households and the macroeconomy. His work contributes to a deeper understanding of economic policies and their implications for various segments of the population. This focus aligns with his responsibilities at the Congressional Budget Office, where he applies his research findings to inform policy decisions.