Economic Analyst I/II, Regional Analysis Group

Federal Reserve System•Cleveland, OH

6d•$90,500 - $139,200•Onsite

About The Position

Stand at the intersection of cutting-edge economic research and real-world policy impact. As an Economic Analyst with the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, you'll be the vital link between data-driven insights and the monetary policy decisions that shape our nation's economic future. Your research won't gather dust on a shelf—it will directly inform the Bank president's contributions to the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) and shed light on the unique economic dynamics of the Fourth District: Ohio, eastern Kentucky, western Pennsylvania, and the northern panhandle of West Virginia.

Requirements

Master’s degree in economics or related field, preferred
Bachelor's degree in economics or related field with significant relevant work experience considered
5+ years conducting economic or policy research
Demonstrated expertise in one or more economic fields
Familiarity with monetary policy and macroeconomics
Strong command of statistical methods and econometric techniques
Proficiency with analytical tools (Stata, R, Python, or similar)
Experience managing and analyzing complex datasets
Exceptional writing skills with a proven ability to make technical content accessible
Track record of research publication or policy communication
Confidence presenting to both technical and non-technical audiences
Equally effective working independently and as part of a collaborative team
Intellectual curiosity and a creative, proactive problem-solving approach
Commitment to rigorous, objective analysis

Responsibilities

Help identify and answer open questions that matter to policymakers and the public
Design and execute innovative research methodologies to unpack complex economic questions
Wrangle diverse datasets to uncover hidden trends and relationships in regional and national economies
Conduct statistical and econometric analyses that stand up to rigorous academic and policy scrutiny
Collaborate on research projects from conception through publication with the level of independence increasing with experience and demonstrated ability
Provide critical insights on Fourth District economic conditions
Support the Bank president's preparation for FOMC meetings with timely analysis
Contribute expert perspective to the nationally distributed Beige Book
Help translate regional economic realities into policy implications
Author/co-author compelling articles and reports that bring economic data to life
Craft presentations that make complex concepts accessible and engaging
Communicate with diverse audiences—from community stakeholders to PhD economists
Build the public's understanding of regional economic trends and the Federal Reserve System through clear, thoughtful writing and presentations