Research Analyst Program

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The Research Analyst Program (RAP) is designated for candidates who have recently completed their BA or pursuing/completed their MA program in a relevant quantitative field and desiring to gain real-world experience in the IMF’s operational and policy work.
Qualified candidates are recruited globally on a two-year contract.
As a Research Analyst, you’ll support IMF economists through research, data analysis, and information management that contribute to work on issues affecting our member countries.
The RA/RAP meets the requirements of a pre-doc. Many Research Analysts use the program to strengthen their analytical and research experience before pursuing doctoral studies.

Background: Recently completed BA in economics, computer science, Finance, statistics, mathematics, or related field1
Academic record: At least 3.5/4.0 cumulative GPA2
Skills: Strong quantitative, analytical, and research capabilities
Duration: 2 years
Work location: Washington, D.C.
Focus: Research, data, and analytical support

1. Candidates with advanced degrees in the same relevant fields may be considered if they have limited combined professional experience.
2. Final academic transcripts verifying the required GPA must be submitted before appointment.

Research & information support
- Research, collect, and compile economic, financial, statistical, and policy information to support IMF economists and analytical teams.
Data management
- Maintain and update quantitative and qualitative economic, financial, and statistical databases used in IMF research and analysis.
Systems & data interfaces
- Design systems or processes that help transfer data between external and in-house databases.
Analytical contribution
- Support the high-quality analytics and research that underpin IMF member-country advice.

IMF | Research Analyst Program Brief
- IMF | Research Analyst Program Brief (Markdown version)
- IMF | Research Analyst Program Brief (PDF)