Inter-American Development Bank

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The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), the largest source of financing for development in Latin America and the Caribbean , wishes to interview Ph.D.-level economists to work in its Research Department (RES) or other areas of the Bank.

IDB research economists publish regularly in refereed academic journals and pursue policy-oriented, analytical research that enlightens the Bank's work regarding development challenges and appropriate policy responses. This research also improves the effectiveness and relevance of the Bank's operations in its member countries.

We are considering new Ph.D. candidates, as well as those who have recently graduated. Successful candidates would possess: (1) strong technical skills; (2) a record of–or good prospects for–high-quality, original research in peer-reviewed journals; and (3) the ability to communicate with a wide range of potential audiences. Preference will be given to candidates who combine a solid academic profile with an interest in policy, and who have worked on topics relevant to development in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Areas of Interest: This call is open to all areas, but we particularly seek research economists specializing in Environmental Economics, Industrial Organization, and Public Finance.

Members of the selection panel will conduct interviews during the 2016 Allied Social Sciences Association (ASSA) Annual Meeting, to be held in San Francisco from January 3, 2016 through January 5, 2016.

The position is subject to budget approval. Interested candidates may apply through the IDB Human Resources Department portal: https://iadbcareers.taleo.net/careersection/jobdetail.ftl?job=1500007490&lang=en.When applying online, a cover letter, CV, and job market paper must be submitted along with the application. At the same time, confirmation of attendance at the ASSA Annual Meeting and three (3) academic reference letters must be e-mailed to research@iadb.org. The deadline for applying is November 27, 2015.

We at the IDB are committed to gender equality, and encourage women to apply.
We also seek diversity with respect to nationality, ethnicity, race, and educational background. Persons living with disabilities or HIV/AIDS are equally encouraged to apply.

Opening Date: October 9, 2015 – Closing Date: November 27, 2015.