JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)
August 1, 2018 - January 31, 2019
Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago
Position Title/Short Description
Section: Full-Time Nonacademic
Location: Chicago, Illinois, UNITED STATES
JEL Classification: 00 -- Default: Any Field
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Full Text of JOE Listing:
The Economic Research Department of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago has an opening for a financial economist with interests in financial market structure. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in an academic or research setting and a strong publication record in top finance and economics journals.
The individual in this role will be expected to (1) to produce high-quality research for publication in refereed journals and (2) to identify and analyze policy issues related to financial market infrastructure, focusing in particular on issues that are relevant for central clearing and derivatives. A high premium will be placed on individuals who can successfully collaborate with policy professionals in the Chicago Fed’s Financial Market Group.
Strong oral and written communications skills are important. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in finance, economics, or a related discipline.
The Economic Research Department of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago is a collegial and diverse group of economists with expertise in Finance, Macro and Micro, and Regional Economics. Numerous consultants from top academic departments contribute to enrich the research environment. Excellent support for both research and policy is available. Salaries are commensurate with experience and level of achievement; in addition, the Chicago Fed offers competitive benefits.
More information on the Economic Research Department is at:
http://www.chicagofed.org/webpages/research/index.cfm
Recent publications from the Financial Markets Group are available here:
https://www.chicagofed.org/publications/publication-listing?filter_series=16
Applicants should email a CV that includes a list of references to:
fin_economist_recruiting@frbchi.org
Application Requirements:
- Application Instructions Below
Application Instructions:
fin_economist_recruiting@frbchi.org
Applications will be considered until the position is filled. However, to ensure prompt consideration, please apply by January 31, 2019. The Chicago Fed is an equal opportunity employer.
Application: CV, job market paper, letters of reference