Senior Researcher

Company

Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis seeks a senior researcher to join the community development department. Community development works to promote the economic resilience and mobility of low- to moderate-income and underserved households and communities in the Eighth Federal Reserve District .
The senior researcher will engage in applied research projects focused on financial inclusion and other community development topics. They will share their subject matter expertise via speaking engagements and high-level advisory services. The researcher will engage with diverse audiences including community development practitioners, national and local media outlets, and internal and external groups of researchers and leaders.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis to support the research on financial inclusion.

• Create data tools to aid decision-making of external partners and, as appropriate, provide external partners with data and information on trends impacting community and economic development.

• Develop blogs, reports, and presentations to disseminate research findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Organize events in the district to share and leverage ongoing research.

• Participate in department-wide projects and events. Contribute to a collegial and inclusive work environment.

• Maintain a broad-based knowledge around community development policies, emerging trends, and the marketplace.

• Prepare and give speeches to large and diverse audiences on a regular basis to help them understand data trends and evidence-based opportunities to support financial inclusion.

• Prepare talking points to support executive officers of the Reserve Bank.

• Create project plans, outlines tasks, timelines and resources required. Communicates with team members and stakeholders, manages risks, and monitors progress during a project.

• Represents the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis within and outside of the Federal Reserve System, including to System committees, local, state, and national groups. Leads System initiatives as a representative of the St. Louis Fed.

• Contribute to high priority department initiatives issues through analysis, convening and communicating on Community Development topics.

• Maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external partners, including lenders, government, community representatives, and others to assess and be responsive to community needs.

• Provide guidance to less experienced team members on data analysis techniques, key network opportunities, and other systems Community Development partners to analyze quantitative and qualitative data.

• Perform work independently with limited supervision and direction. May mentor and supervise interns on a regular basis.

Requirements

• Graduate degree in economics, sociology, demography, psychology, mathematics, statistics, public policy, or other related fields.  

• Three or more years of experience analyzing and handling data along with flexibility to develop expertise with new datasets.  

• Experience with statistical software (e.g. R, Stata, Python).

• Knowledgeable about application of research to understand and explain economic and community development issues.

• Knowledgeable about historical and contemporary issues that create barriers to fully engaging in the economy.

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent writing skills with demonstrated experience writing for non-academic audiences.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including eagerness and proven ability to work as part of a team; can demonstrate highly effective working relationships with technical and non-technical staff.

• Commitment to diversity, equity inclusion, and belonging.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Willing and able to travel up to 15%.

• Position requires US Citizenship or lawful permanent resident intending to become a citizen who meets certain other requirements.

• Bring your passion and expertise, and we'll provide the opportunities to challenge you and propel your growth—along with multiple benefits and perks that support your health, wealth, and life.

  Salary: $101,800 - $123,000

  In addition to base compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package all brought together in a flexible work environment where you can find balance:

• Medical (4 options), Prescription, Dental (3 options), and Vision Insurance with no waiting period

• 401k/Thrift Plan with generous employer match

• Employer-funded Pension Plan

• Paid Vacation/Sick Time & Holidays

• Flexible Spending Accounts and Healthcare Spending Accounts

• Flexible Work Schedule available in most departments

• Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement (undergraduate and graduate)

• Parental Leave

• Free onsite 24/7 Fitness Center including training classes, and locker room / shower facilities

• Onsite Cafeteria & Coffee Shop

• Additional Convenience Benefits, Discounts and More…

• At the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, we believe the Federal Reserve serves the American public by building a more diverse and inclusive economy. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion, at all levels of the organization, has been one of our core values for many years and remains as we continue enhancing our efforts. Learn more about Bank’s culture.

  The Federal Reserve Bank of St Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-Hybrid

Full Time / Part Time

Full time

Regular / Temporary

Regular

Job Exempt (Yes / No)

Yes

Job Category

Economics/Research Family Group

Work Shift

First (United States of America)

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