Research Associate: Economic Data & Analysis

Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond

St. Louis (MO)

On-site

USD 63,000 - 79,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k match

Pension Plan

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Onsite Fitness Center

Job summary

The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis is seeking Research Associates for Spring or Summer 2027 start dates. You will work with our economist staff, visiting fellows and scholars on impactful research projects.

Responsibilities include statistical and econometric analysis, data collection, and preparing articles and presentations for policy and academic audiences. Prior research experience and a strong math/statistics background are essential.

Qualifications

GPA 3.5 or higher required.
Bachelor's degree in economics, econometrics, or quantitative economics.
Strong mathematics and statistics background (Calculus II, Econometrics, Linear Algebra, Differential equations).
Previous economic research experience preferred (RA, internship, or independent project).

Responsibilities

Perform statistical, econometric, computational and analytical research for publication.
Utilize Excel and statistical packages (Stata, R, Matlab, Julia, Python, SAS).
Collect, organize, and interpret economic and financial data.
Review academic journals, market sources and government reports.
Write short articles or assist economists in developing short articles and presentations.
Gather and organize survey data and summarize economic data for Beige Book.