Deutsche Bundesbank
Researcher

The Deutsche Bundesbank is one of the biggest central banks in the world. Our core business areas are monetary policy, banking supervision, financial stability, cash management and payment systems. We are looking for a Researcher in the field of banking regulation and supervision to join the Research Centre at our Central Office in Frankfurt am Main. The Research Centre forges a link between academic theory and the practical work carried out at the Bundesbank. You can find more information on the Research Centre at http://www.bundesbank.de

JOB DESCRIPTION: Your research activities will contribute to the Research Centre's work programme in the field of banking regulation and supervision. Your work will mainly focus on the credit, market and liquidity risks of financial institutions, in addition to the impact of banking regulation on the banking sector. You will publish your findings in international specialist journals and participate in academic conferences.

OUR OFFER: Alongside unique opportunities in an international environment, we can offer you attractive terms of employment. We also promote targeted training and a healthy work/life balance through a variety of measures.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- A university degree, (accredited) Masters degree or equivalent qualification with above-average results
- A doctorate in the field of economics, econometrics or finance
- Ability to conduct first-class research, ideally demonstrated by publications
- Knowledge of advanced statistical methods and experience with empirical research would be an advantage
- Good communication skills
- The ability to work well in a team
- Very good written and oral communication skills

We would like to increase the proportion of female staff at the Bundesbank and would therefore welcome applications from women with the appropriate qualifications. Part-time work is generally possible. Where candidates are equally qualified for the position, preference will be given to disabled applicants.

FURTHER INFORMATION: Please contact Dr Klaus Duellmann if you have any questions (Tel +49 69 9566 8404).

For more information, visit: http://www.bundesbank.de/karriere

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: We look forward to receiving your online application by 1 August 2013. Please provide the usual supporting documentation (cover letter, curriculum vitae, academic studies certificates, etc.) and quote the reference number 2013_0493_02_ssrn. Alternatively you can send your application to: ramona.giehl@bundesbank.de