Research Assistant

Company:
Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

The Minneapolis Federal Reserve Bank’s Research Division is seeking a Research Assistant to join our Economic Analysis group (EA). The group 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 position is full‑time, onsite, and expected to begin in Summer 2026. Candidates are required to work in the office five days per week for meetings and team collaboration.

To apply , please submit (in the upload link):

• a cover letter explaining interest in the position and plans for graduate study afterwards

• a resume/CV

• academic transcript(s)

• letters of recommendation (optional at the time of application, required after initial interview)

• Work independently to assist economists in a timely manner with research projects.
• Assist in the 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, and present and maintain data in an organized and user‑friendly format.
• Proofread and, with oversight, co‑author articles with economists.

• 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 using large databases and statistical packages (e.g., Stata, Matlab, R, SAS, Gauss) or related computer programming experience is preferred.

• Full salary range: $59,300 – $74,081. Expected starting salary range: $59,300 – $65,000.
• 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.

• 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 a “protected individual” under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), and certain other non‑immigrants.
• Candidates who are not U.S. citizens must sign a declaration of intent to expeditiously become a U.S. citizen when eligible.

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 work together to pursue an economy that works for all of us.