Posted 7/3/09
THE MILKEN INSTITUTE
Economic Research Analyst
The Milken Institute is one of the world's leading think
tanks. We are a nonprofit, independent, economic and
financial research organization whose mission is to improve
people's lives around the world by helping business and
public policy leaders identify and implement innovative
ideas for creating broad-based prosperity. We put research
to work with the goal of revitalizing regions and finding
new ways to expand capital access:
http://www.milkeninstitute.org
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Institute is seeking a research analyst to join a team
that explores global capital markets and financial
institutions and applies financial innovations to address
policy challenges. We work with business and public policy
leaders and aim to translate research into action. Areas of
focus include development finance (in the United States and
around the world), corporate finance, alternative energy
and environmental finance, and access to education and
health care. The research analyst will help analyze data;
conduct literature reviews and synthesize economic,
financial and policy research; convene meetings of high-
profile business and policy leaders; draft papers based on
findings; and capture the content and significance of
financial and policy proposals for program development. The
position will report to Milken Institute senior staff.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
A successful candidate will combine strong research,
quantitative and analytic skills with demonstrated writing
and communication skills (in particular, an ability to
translate complex financial issues for a lay audience).
He/she must be a self-starter who is able to prioritize
tasks, collaborate under tight deadlines, and prove an
accomplished record of independent research and teamwork.
The candidate should also have demonstrated an interest in
finance, public policy, energy and/or economic development.
Knowledge of econometric and statistical analysis
techniques, as well as economic and financial data sources,
is strongly preferred.
Minimum requirements include a master's degree in
economics, public policy, business or a related field and
at least 2 years' experience as a research assistant,
policy analyst or similar position. Proficiency with
Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint is required.
Candidates with a Ph.D. are encouraged to apply.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Please submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample and
the names of 3 references with full contact information to:
CONTACT: Karen Giles
Milken Institute
1250 Fourth St.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Email: MAILTO:kgiles@milkeninstitute.org
The Milken Institute is an equal opportunity employer:
Minority applicants are encouraged to apply. Positions
will remain open until filled. Qualified candidates will
be contacted for an interview within 4-6 weeks of receipt
of application materials.