Research Assistant/sr. Research Assistant

Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Salary grade 8/10; not specified; benefits include...
Hybrid
Undergraduate or graduate degree in economics
Coursework in econometrics or advanced statistics
Programming experience in sas, stata, r, python, or matlab
Research assistants play a key role in the Economic Research Department by assisting economists with statistical analysis, forecasts, and policy briefings

Job Summary

  • Research assistants play a key role in the Economic Research Department by assisting economists with statistical analysis, forecasts, and policy briefings.
  • The position offers a structured two-year program with access to training in computer software, programming languages, and advanced economics courses.
  • Employees receive comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, a generous 401k match, an employer-funded pension plan, and tuition reimbursement.

Matching Summary

Research assistants play a key role in the Economic Research Department by assisting economists with statistical analysis, forecasts, and policy briefings.

Salary

Salary grade 8/10; Not specified; Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k, pension, and $100 monthly commuter allowance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Undergraduate or graduate degree in economics
  • Coursework in econometrics or advanced statistics
  • Programming experience in SAS, STATA, R, Python, or Matlab

Nice-to-have

  • Collegial team atmosphere
  • Access to training and education opportunities
  • Interest in long-term academic research projects

Key Requirements

  • Degree in economics, mathematics, or statistics
  • US citizenship or permanent resident status required for FOMC information access
  • Background investigation and drug testing required

Work Rights

Must be US citizen, national, or permanent resident with intent to naturalize

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