The Economic Analysis group in the Research Division at the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis conducts research and provides analytic support for the Bank President, Research Director, and other Senior Bank Management on a broad range of policy-related topics. The Research Assistant position is responsible for supporting staff economists in fulfilling this mission.
Expected start date will be Summer 2026
Onsite work is an essential function of this position, and you are expected to be in the office 5 days per week for meetings and team collaboration.
To be considered, your application MUST include (attach all documents in upload link):
Cover letter explaining interest in the position and plans for graduate study afterwards
Resume/ CV
Academic Transcript(s)
Letters of Recommendation: (optional at the time of application but required after initial interview)
Responsibilities:
Work independently to assist economists in a timely manner with research projects.
Assist in development of Research Division events and products.
Download and assemble datasets.
Create advanced charts, tables, and presentations in support of economists’ projects.
Prepare clear verbal remarks and advanced written reports.
Use applicable statistical, econometric, and other software packages at an advanced level to program, perform analyses, model estimations and simulations, and assist with the preparation of memos.
Compile literature reviews and conduct archival research, handle and configure data, present and maintain data in an organized and user-friendly format.
Proofread and (potentially) co-author articles with the oversight of economists.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree with coursework in economics, mathematics, statistics, or database analysis. Advanced coursework in statistics/econometrics preferred.
Strong analytic and problem-solving skills; effective oral and written communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Demonstrated ability to meet strict deadlines and work cooperatively within a team environment.
Verifiable experience with data collection, management, and analysis by using large databases and statistical packages (e.g., Stata, Matlab, R, SAS, Gauss) or other related computer programming experience is preferred.
Salary & Benefits:
The full salary range is $59,300 - $74,081 - $88,900, however, the expected starting salary range is $59,300-$65,000. Salary offer will be based on qualifications/experience of the candidate, alignment with market data, the needs of the position, our total compensation package, and internal equity.
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)
401(k) match, and a fully-funded pension plan
Paid time off and holidays
Free public transportation passes
Annual educational assistance
On-site fitness facility
Professional development programs, training and conferences
And more…
The Minneapolis Fed is committed to fostering an environment where all employees are respected and valued. We provide equal employment opportunity to all persons and we work together to pursue an economy that works for all of us.
Additional Information:
*This position requires access to confidential supervisory information (CSI) and/or Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) information. Access to CSI and FOMC information is limited to U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, individuals who meet the definition of “protected individual” under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), and certain other nonimmigrants. Candidates who are not U.S. citizens must sign a declaration of intent to expeditiously become a U.S. citizen when eligible.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree with coursework in economics, mathematics, statistics, or database analysis
- Strong analytic and problem-solving skills
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Verifiable experience with data collection, management, and analysis using large databases
- Experience with statistical packages (e.g., Stata, Matlab, R, SAS, Gauss)
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