2026 Research Analyst

The IMF is seeking Research Analysts to support economic analysis, statistical data work, databases, programming, and staff reports. The contractual role contributes to departmental research, econometric analysis, data management, and analytical outputs and may meet predoc requirements for later academic study.

• Compile statistical data, compare alternative sources, and ensure consistency of series and definitions
• Compute data using statistical and econometric techniques and prepare summary tables and charts
• Develop and maintain documented cross-country databases in line with Fund-wide data management requirements
• Maintain software and write, update, modify, and execute programs for statistical and econometric analysis
• Initiate analytical work, especially econometric analysis, for papers and publications
• Participate in departmental research projects, targeted notes, occasional missions, and liaison with external counterparts

• Bachelor's degree in economics, finance, statistics, mathematics, computer science, data science, or another related quantitative field is required
• Two years of relevant work experience in a similar role is required
• Proficiency in MS Excel, including basic functions and formulas, is required
• Proficiency in analytical, statistical, and econometric software packages such as STATA, EViews, R, TSP, SPSS, Matlab, and SAS is required
• Proven ability to manage large and complex databases and develop summary analysis is required
• Sound organizational and data management skills, attention to detail, and independent responsibility for data accuracy are required

• This is a contractual appointment for one year, renewable for up to four years of cumulative contractual service depending on business need and performance
• Research Analyst positions are filled with candidates physically residing in the local Metropolitan Washington, DC area
• The opportunity may meet predoc requirements for applications to subsequent academic study