Research Analyst - STASR (Contractual)

International Monetary Fund • Washington DC, DC

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About The Position

The Research Analyst supports departmental objectives related to economic analysis and the management of information technology and systems. The role analyzes and computes statistical and economic data in support of the department, manages Fund databases, and contributes to staff reports. The position is in the Statistics Department’s Strategy, Standards, and Review unit (STASR).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in economics, finance, statistics, computer science, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Compile statistical data, compare and evaluate alternative data sources, and ensure consistency of series and definitions.
• Compute collected data using statistical and econometric techniques and develop summary analyses, including tables and charts for reports.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive, fully documented cross-country databases in accordance with Fund-wide data management requirements, on an ad-hoc basis.
• Maintain relevant computer software and write, update, modify, and execute programs for statistical and econometric analysis.
• Initiate analytical work, especially econometric analysis, supporting relevant papers and publications produced by the work unit.
• Participate in divisional and departmental research projects, and draft targeted notes on issues relevant to the division’s or department’s work program.
• Participate in occasional departmental missions and liaise with country authorities, academia, or financial institutions.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level