Research Analysts play an integral role in both the policy and research functions of the Research and Statistics Group. Research Analysts work closely with the Federal Reserve Bank of New York's economists, whose specialties include macroeconomics, microeconomics, banking and payment systems, capital markets, and international economics. Upon leaving the Fed, Research Analysts who choose to apply to graduate school are consistently accepted by top programs; others pursue a wide variety of public- and private-sector opportunities. In recent years, their RAs have gone on to pursue PhDs in economics or finance at MIT, Harvard, Stanford, Princeton, University of Chicago, UC Berkeley, and Wharton, among other institutions. RAs have also gone on to law and public policy programs at Harvard, Princeton, Yale, and other universities.
They seek candidates who have records of superior scholarship and academic curiosity. Research Analysts usually have a strong background in economics, policy, mathematics, or computer science, though a major in one of these fields is not a necessity. Successful candidates often have previous research experience, and many are considering careers in economic research, public policy, or related fields.
In addition, they seek candidates from a wide range of backgrounds, particularly those that are typically underrepresented in economics. It is important to them that they succeed in recruiting a diverse cohort of research analysts each year. Thus they encourage many students with varying experiences and backgrounds to apply.
Applications are being accepted now, on a rolling basis, at https://www.newyorkfed.org/research/careers/research_analysts/index.html. It is recommended that candidates apply by October 15.
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