Jessie Wang

Jessie Wang is an economist at RAND and a Professor of Policy Analysis at the RAND School of Public Policy. Her work bridges economics, public policy, and social systems, with a strong focus on labor, health, aging, and emerging technologies like artificial intelligence. She is actively engaged in high-impact research addressing national and global challenges.

Education:

• B.S. in Economics and Mathematics, Dickinson College
• M.S. and Ph.D. in Economics, University of California, San Diego

Her research interests span labor markets, population aging, caregiving dynamics, military compensation, and the macroeconomic implications of AI. She employs advanced modeling and simulation techniques to analyze systemic risks and policy impacts. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates economics with health policy, demography, and national security.

The recent body of her work reflects a growing emphasis on health system capacity for Alzheimer’s care, U.S.-China economic competition, digital currencies, and AI workforce readiness. These publications demonstrate a consistent focus on policy-relevant, data-driven analysis with real-world implications.

Scientific Contributions:

• Developed interactive tools for forecasting Alzheimer’s treatment delivery
• Published influential studies on military pay equity and dementia specialist shortages
• Authored key reports on U.S.-China economic dynamics and AI integration in leadership

Jessie Wang advises on major public policy initiatives and has contributed to research on financial inclusion, special operations recruitment, and fertility trends. Her work is supported by RAND’s interdisciplinary research environment and informs decision-making in both civilian and military sectors. She is associated with various research teams focusing on health care systems, economic modeling, and national security policy.