Research Associate

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Position Title: Research Associate
Location: Paris
Country: France
Deadline Date: 9 March 2025 23:59 (Paris time)

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is an international organization founded to promote policies that improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. Established with 38 member countries, the OECD serves as a platform for governments, policymakers, and citizens to collaborate on evidence-based international standards and solutions to various social, economic, and environmental challenges. The organization aims to enhance economic performance, create jobs, foster education, and combat international tax evasion. The Economics Department (ECO) within the OECD employs approximately 170 staff members and focuses on providing sound and innovative policy advice to improve living standards in both Member and non-Member countries. ECO's work encompasses a wide range of economic policy areas, emphasizing macroeconomic management and structural policy issues, and contributes significantly to the OECD's overall mission.

Job Overview:
The Research Associate position within the Office of the Chief Economist at the OECD is designed for a talented and motivated individual who will contribute to the Department's analysis and communications on strategic outputs. The role involves working closely with the Chief Economist and the Senior Economist, engaging with colleagues across the Economics Department and the broader OECD. The Research Associate will be responsible for conducting background economic and policy research, drafting reports, and assisting in the preparation of speeches and briefing materials. The position requires a proactive approach to enhance the Department's communication efforts and support coordination among different branches of the Economics Department. The Research Associate will also be involved in projects that align with the OECD's strategic objectives, thereby strengthening the organization's role in economic policy advice.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Research Associate include conducting background economic and policy research and analysis on macroeconomic and structural policy issues. This involves performing literature reviews, statistical and empirical analysis, and drafting fast-track research requests in collaboration with co-authors. The Research Associate will assist in preparing speeches, talking points, and briefing materials for the OECD Chief Economist and the Economic Counsellor. Additionally, the role includes reviewing and proofreading policy documents to ensure clarity and coherence. The Research Associate will contribute to the development of innovative data visualizations and presentations to enhance communication efforts and support the coordination of contributions from various branches of the Economics Department for key outputs. Liaising with other OECD directorates and external stakeholders to gather relevant information is also a critical aspect of the role.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Research Associate position must possess an undergraduate degree in economics, finance, or a related discipline. Experience in an economic policy environment is considered an asset. A strong knowledge of macroeconomic policy issues is required, along with relevant coursework or experience in macroeconomics, international economics, microeconomics, public policy, statistics, quantitative analysis, and econometrics. The ability to draft high-quality speeches, summaries, and briefing materials, as well as distilling policy implications from research work, is essential. International experience in policy, research, and analytical activities through studies, internships, or professional activities would be advantageous.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for the Research Associate position includes an undergraduate degree in economics, finance, or a related field. Candidates should have completed relevant coursework that provides a strong foundation in macroeconomic and structural policy issues, as well as quantitative analysis and econometrics.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have experience in an economic policy environment, which may include internships, studies, or professional activities that demonstrate familiarity with policy analysis and research. Experience in drafting high-quality documents and engaging in analytical activities is essential for success in this role.

Languages:
Fluency in one of the two OECD official languages, English and French, is mandatory, along with knowledge of the other language and a commitment to reach a good working level. Knowledge of additional languages would be considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
The Research Associate position is a 24-month fixed-term appointment, with a closing date for applications set for 9 March 2025 at 23:59 Paris time. The monthly salary for the position starts at 3,886 EUR, with additional allowances based on eligibility and exempt from French income tax. The OECD is committed to equal opportunity employment and encourages applications from all qualified candidates who are nationals of OECD member countries. The selection process may include a video-recorded interview, job-based assessment, and panel interviews. The OECD promotes an optimal use of resources to improve efficiency and effectiveness, and staff members are encouraged to contribute actively to this goal.