Research Analysts

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Research Analysts (RA) work closely with economists to produce the high-quality analytics and research that underpins IMF member country advice.
RAs use quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, knowledge of technology, information systems, and the Web, as well as research abilities to support the economic work of the IMF and make contributions to addressing key concerns of member countries.

Research, collect, and compile information
Maintain and update quantitative and qualitative economic, financial, or statistical databases
Process, consolidate, and transform data sets within and between databases using statistical and/or econometric techniques
Evaluate economic, financial, or statistical relationships in databases
Analyze economic time series data
Design systems to facilitate interfaces or to transfer data between external and in-house databases

A Bachelor's degree in economics, statistics, mathematics, finance, computer science, or other related quantitative fields
Two years of relevant work experience in a similar capacity
Proficiency in statistical, econometric, and graphical presentation tools and data base management
Note: only candidates physically residing in the Metropolitan Washington, D.C. region are eligible to apply. (Non-US citizens may be eligible for a visa through the IMF).
Research Analyst Program (RAP) is open to internationally-located candidates.

Research Analyst vacancies are filled on a continuous basis through individual contractual appointments (initially up to 12 months in duration).
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