Consumer Finance Institute – Senior Research Assistant (evergreen)

Federal Reserve Bank

Philadelphia, PA, United States
Hybrid
Advanced statistical and quantitative analyses
Programming skills in r, stata, python
Database development and management
The Consumer Finance Institute produces leading-edge research on how credit markets and payment systems affect the economy and fosters collaboration among scholars, industry, and the public sector

Job Summary

  • The Consumer Finance Institute produces leading-edge research on how credit markets and payment systems affect the economy and fosters collaboration among scholars, industry, and the public sector.
  • This position offers many opportunities to increase knowledge of economics, markets, public policy, and empirical techniques with potential for self-directed research and authored reports.
  • The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, pension, tuition reimbursement, flexible work schedules, and onsite fitness facilities.

Matching Summary

The Consumer Finance Institute produces leading-edge research on how credit markets and payment systems affect the economy and fosters collaboration among scholars, industry, and the public sector.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Advanced statistical and quantitative analyses
  • Programming skills in R, Stata, Python
  • Database development and management
  • Strong written and oral communication
  • Knowledge of consumer credit and payments data
  • Proficient with MS Office suite

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with SQL, Hive, Postgres
  • Experience with ArcGIS mapping software
  • Knowledge of Hadoop/Spark
  • Self-driven project management skills
  • Opportunities for training and education
  • Collaborative research environment

Key Requirements

  • Undergraduate or graduate degree in quantitative discipline
  • Two or more years programming experience
  • Two or more courses in statistics, econometrics, or mathematics
  • Work authorization to work in the United States
  • Background investigation and drug testing
  • Must be a Protected Individual under U.S. federal immigration law

Work Rights

Must be a Protected Individual under U.S. federal immigration law

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