JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)

February 1, 2023 - July 31, 2023

Asian Development Bank

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Statistics and Data Innovation Unit
Economic Research and Regional Cooperation Department
Economist/Senior Economist (Data Science)

JOE ID Number: 2023-01_111471764
Date Posted: 04/18/2023
Date Inactive: 07/31/2023
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Economist/Senior Economist (Data Science)
Section: Full-Time Nonacademic
Location: Mandaluyong, Metro Manila, PHILIPPINES
JEL Classification: 00 -- 00 - Default: Any Field
Keywords:
Economist
Economics
Data Science
Big Data analytics
Quantitative analysis
Applied Statistics
Statistics
Artificial Intelligence
Econometric
Machine Learning
international organizations
multilateral development banks
international financial institutions
Full Text of JOE Listing:

As Economist/ Senior Economist (Data Science), you will:
• Contribute to the research work of the department, including self-directed research using very large datasets of high-frequency data; participate in data analytics with internal stakeholders; conduct knowledge sessions and training workshops for ADB departments and external clients in developing member countries.
• Undertake quantitative (econometric and machine learning) analyses in assigned projects, including data processing and model applications using appropriate software.
• Lead data science projects which are relevant to ADB operations, from project design, data management and preprocessing to analyses of findings.

What are we looking for?
• A post-graduate degree (preferably Doctorate level) in Economics or Data Science, with strong background in analysis of very large datasets of high-frequency data and at least 5 years specialized experience relevant to the position may be considered. Experience in different types of big data (satellite-based, geospatial, natural language, etc.) is a distinct advantage.
• At least 8 years of international work experience with evidence of high-quality research output and track record of publications in international peer-reviewed professional economics and/or data science journals.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and conceptual skills in economics.

Application Requirements:
  • External Application URL and Instructions Below
Application deadline: 05/15/2023
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates on this vacancy should apply through ADB’s career website using its online recruitment system (not through JOE).

Application deadline: 15 May 2023

Requisition URL: https://www.adb.org/careers/230185