Overview
Support the economic research and data science work of the division and department, including analytical support for flagship publication Asian Development Outlook (ADO) reports, through quantitative analysis and economic database management.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide analytical support to the preparation and dissemination of economic research including the Asian Development Outlook (ADO), TA-funded research projects, and ad hoc economic studies.
- Support economic data analysis work using a variety of approaches, from traditional econometrics to data science, and provide research assistance with advanced analytics.
- Pursue directed research work, including data collection, database management, statistical analysis, and data presentation.
- Assist with the preparation of supporting materials for various briefing notes for Management and data requests from other departments.
- Support the preparation of ADO global and regional outlook chapter, analytical chapter, and country chapters.
- Provide technical and administrative support in planning, processing, and implementing research and development and advisory TA projects.
- Maintain computer-based information systems and programs for analysis and modeling.
- Assist in the preparation of the divisional budget, and in developing and organizing staff learning programs.
- Perform other assignments as may be assigned by supervisor and reflected in your work plan.
Required Experience
At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in quantitative analysis, data management, economic research and data science, and preferably with demonstrated economic research writing ability.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Economics, Statistics, or Data Science preferably with advanced training in econometrics with relevant training.
