Applied Microeconomics Research Economist (Lead Specialist/Principal Specialist)

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Economics
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2100001266 Requisition #
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Skills you’ll need:
 
Education: Ph.D. in Economics required.
 
Experience: Minimum of 6 years (for grade 3) and 7 years (for grade 2) of experience. Preference will be given to individuals who combine a strong academic profile with an interest in policy and who have worked on topics relevant to development in Latin America and the Caribbean.
 
Languages: Proficiency in at least two official Bank languages (English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish).
 
 
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About us: At the Inter-American Development Bank, we’re devoted to improving lives. Since 1959, we’ve been a leading source of long-term financing for economic, social, and institutional development in Latin America and the Caribbean. We do more than lending though. We partner with our 48 member countries to provide Latin America and the Caribbean with innovative research about relevant development issues, policy advice to inform their decisions, and technical assistance to improve on the planning and execution of projects. For this, we need people who not only have the right skills, but also are passionate about improving lives.
 
 
 
Opportunity Summary:
  • Type of contract: Fixed-term
  • Length of contract: 3 years
  • Starting date: As soon as possible
  • Location: Headquarters, Washington, D.C., United States of America
Our inclusive culture: Our people are committed and passionate about improving lives in Latin-America and the Caribbean, and they get to do what they love in a diverse, collaborative and stimulating work environment. We are the first Latin American and Caribbean development institution to be awarded the EDGE certification, recognizing our strong commitment to gender equality. As an employee you can be part of internal resource groups that connect our diverse community around common interests.
We encourage women, afro-descendants, people of Indigenous origins, and persons with disabilities to apply.
Our team in Human Resources carefully reviews all applications.
Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic and its implications for our Region, the IDB Group is reviewing its hiring needs and prioritizing its areas of talent acquisition. We encourage candidates to continue to apply to the active postings, yet current job openings may be subject to further decisions in terms of timing of the processes, or other actions, in accordance with business needs. Final hiring decisions may also be conditioned to the candidate’s ability to timely relocate to the post of duty at the moment of starting service.

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