2026 Research Analyst
Core
Conducts economic analysis, manages databases, and performs statistical/econometric computations to support IMF departmental objectives.
Role type
Research Analyst (Economics/Statistics)
Builds
Cross-country databases, statistical summary tables, charts, and targeted research notes.
Domain
International Finance / Macroeconomics
Deliverable
dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Econometrics, statistical analysis, database management, data compilation, econometric programming
Preferred skills
Macroeconomic research reporting, data visualization, database management tools, Python/C++ programming
Technologies
STATA, EViews, R, TSP, SPSS, Matlab, SAS, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, MS Access, IBM Cognos BI, Python, C++, MS Excel
Responsibilities
Compiles and evaluates statistical data from multiple sources; computes data using statistical and econometric techniques; develops summary analysis including tables and charts; maintains comprehensive cross-country databases; writes and executes computer programs for analysis; drafts targeted research notes on selected issues.
Seniority
Junior to Mid-level, hands-on IC