Research Analyst

Company

Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas

We are dedicated to serving the public by promoting a strong financial system and a healthy economy for all. These efforts take a team of dedicated individuals doing many different jobs. Together we’re creating a workplace where talented people can thrive, and we welcome your unique background and perspective to help present the best possible solutions for our partners.

Location: #LI-Hybrid

About the Role:

The work of a Research Analyst helps fulfill the Bank’s core monetary policy mission through the production of substantive research and public outreach. It involves collaboration with economists and other analysts on analysis of current economic conditions and long-term research projects for publication. Over the course of the two-year program, research analysts provide support in the form of computer programming to access, process, and manipulate data, producing charts and other data visualizations, and conducting statistical and econometric analysis. Responsibilities include providing high-quality support and economic analysis while observing the procedures of the Bank’s Research Department, fulfilling expectations and requirements of our customers, and management of priorities. You are committed to continuous improvement, both in the delivery of support services and in self-development.

You Will:

Assist economists in the regional, energy, macroeconomics, financial, or international group in compiling data/background research

Provide a high level of support by obtaining and compiling statistical data, constructing files, producing charts and other graphics, and performing meaningful statistical and econometric analysis under the direction of economists and senior staff for use in the Federal Open Market Committee briefing document, speeches and presentations, the monthly Board of Director's report, and other projects and publications

Contribute ideas and suggestions for project improvement

Assist on special projects for bank economists and senior staff

Work on other assigned projects during the two-year program

Work with other research analysts and serve as backup support 

You Have:

Bachelor’s degree with coursework in economics, and knowledge of statistics and/or econometrics tools with mathematical concepts from calculus and linear algebra

Ability to describe economic trends in writing

Ability to use the internet to conduct research

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Basic knowledge of economic variables

Some prior knowledge of the purpose and nature of specific data sets requested by economists

Understanding of basic econometric techniques that encourage interpretation and use of data in economic analysis

Familiarity with writing programs in an econometric or statistical package such as STATA, R, Python, or EVIEWS 

Equivalent education and/or experience may be substituted for any of the above requirements

Our Benefits:
Our total rewards program offers benefits that are the best fit for you at every stage of your career:

• Comprehensive healthcare options (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• 401K match, and a fully funded pension plan
• Paid vacation, holidays, and volunteer hours; flexible work environment
• Generously subsidized public transportation and free parking
• Annual tuition reimbursement
• Professional development programs, training and conferences
• And more…

How to Apply:

Interested applicants must submit the documents requested below when applying for this position.

NOTE: Applications will not be considered without all of these materials.

Cover letter

CV/Resume

Copy of unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended

Technical writing sample

Completed applicant summary using the following file: https://www.dallasfed.org/-/media/Documents/careers/RA_Application.pdf

For questions or concerns, contact: ra.recruiting@dal.frb.org.

Notes:

This position may be filled at various levels based on candidate's qualifications as determined by the department.

This role allows for the employee to work in a hybrid manner with some work conducted onsite at the Federal Reserve work location and some work conducted remotely.  For this specific role, 2-3 days per week of work can be conducted remotely. Specific schedule details will be discussed during the recruitment process.

This position requires access to confidential supervisory information and/or FOMC information, which is limited to "Protected Individuals" as defined in the U.S. federal immigration law. Protected Individuals include, but are not limited to, U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, and U.S. permanent residents who either are not yet eligible to apply for naturalization or who have applied for naturalization within the requisite timeframe. Candidates who are not U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents may be eligible for the information access required for this position and sponsorship for a work visa, and subsequently for permanent residence, if they sign a declaration of intent to become a U.S. citizen and meet other eligibility requirements. 

In addition, all candidates must undergo an enhanced background check and comply with all applicable information handling rules, and all non-U.S. citizens must sign a declaration of intent to become a U.S. citizen and pursue a path to citizenship. 

For serious consideration this position requires that all candidates provide transcripts and a writing sample related to economic research. Candidates may be required to complete job related skills assessments.

The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that believes in the diversity of our people, ideas and experiences, and we are committed to building an inclusive culture that represents the communities we serve.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please notify your Talent Acquisition Consultant.

Full Time / Part Time

Full time

Regular / Temporary

Regular

Job Exempt (Yes / No)

Yes

Job Category

Work Shift

First (United States of America)

The Federal Reserve Banks believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success as an organization, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The Federal Reserve Banks are committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law and to an environment where employees are valued for their differences.