Research Associate - Macroeconomics at Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City

Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City has a Research Associate position open in our Macroeconomics/Banking Research department for a May – August 2014 graduate.   Below is the job description with application instructions. The application deadline is November 30th.



 

 

The Economic Research Department at the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City is recruiting for the position of Research Associate. 
 

Key Activities Include:

•  Assisting Ph.D. economists on academic research projects and monetary policy briefings.
• Gathering and analyzing data, programming economic models, and preparing charts for presentations on economic and financial conditions.
• More experienced Research Associates participate in econometric or theoretical research, write for Bank publications, and deliver speeches to civic and educational groups.

These are excellent positions for someone considering a Ph.D. in economics. Research Associates develop technical skills and are exposed to a broad range of economic research topics. Most Research Associates stay with the department for two to three years, at which point many return to graduate school.

 

Required Education and Skills:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in economics or a closely related field, such as statistics, computer science, or mathematics.
• Strong academic record.
• High proficiency with personal computers and spreadsheet software.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Coursework or experience in econometrics, math, statistics, statistical software packages, and macroeconomic modeling is highly desirable.

To Apply:

• Click on the following link to apply: https://frb.taleo.net/careersection/10jresearch/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en&portal=233442
• Apply for “Research Associate I - Macroeconomics.”
• Please attach a resume, cover letter and unofficial transcript copy.
• Only US citizens and citizens of Canada and Mexico who qualify for the TN visa will be considered. Foreign students with only Optional Practical Training are not eligible.
• Please apply between Oct 1, 2013 and Nov 30, 2013 to be considered.
• Applications will be pre-screened prior to interview selections. You will receive notification if you have been selected to for a phone interview.

For more information on the Economic Research Department and the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, please visit us on the web at www.kansascityfed.org.