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Research Analyst under the Research Analyst Program (RAP)

International Monetary Fund
Washington, DC, US
Full-time

Work for the IMF. Work for the World.

Work for the IMF. Work for the World.

The Fund is currently seeking talented and motivated individuals with strong quantitative and analytical skills to join its Research Analyst Program (RAP).

This program offers a unique opportunity for recent graduates to gain useful experience and contribute to the IMF's important research and analytical projects before pursuing graduate studies.

The RAP is limited to a two-year contractual period. All positions are located at the IMF Headquarters in downtown Washington, D.

C. and Research Analysts in the RAP are hired on a wide geographical basis.

Job Summary

As a RAP participant, you will contribute to, and support the operational and policy work of Fund economists. RAP participants may be asked to conduct research, collect and compile information, access and manipulate macroeconomic data from a wide range of sources.

The RAP candidate will be expected to maintain and update economic, financial, and statistical databases, conduct quantitative data analysis utilizing econometric and other statistical tools, evaluate economic, financial or statistical relationships in databases, analyze economic time series data, and design systems to facilitate interfaces or to transfer data between external and in-house databases.

As a research analyst, you will collaborate with economists and others on various projects and stay up to date with the latest developments in economics and related topics.

Minimum Qualifications :

Recent completion of a bachelor's degree in economics, computer science, statistics, mathematics, finance, data science or other related quantitative field is required.

Candidates with advanced degrees in the same relevant field may be considered with limited combined professional experience.

  • A cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 / 4.0 (or equivalent for international diplomas) in both the principal field of study and in the overall program.
  • Ability to work independently under minimum supervision and be accountable for the accuracy of both data and programs.
  • Proficiency in software applications such as Microsoft Office (specifically Excel and PowerPoint), econometric packages such as STATA, EViews, MATLAB and other statistical and analytical tools.
  • Knowledge of programming languages like Python and R are desirable.
  • Working knowledge of Tableau, familiarity with other data visualization tools, especially PowerBI, or Python / R based, or web design are desirable.
  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Proficiency in other languages is a plus.

Application Instructions :

Applications from all geographical areas are welcome for the RAP.

Upload your unofficial / official transcripts verifying your current / final GPA in your undergraduate studies along with your resume and cover letter in your application.

Without uploading proof of GPA, your application will not be considered.

Note that only those identified for an assignment will be contacted to discuss their interest and availability by the hiring manager.

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