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Federal Reserve Bank of Boston
Director, New England Public Policy Center

The Research Department of the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston is seeking an experienced applied microeconomist with a demonstrated career in research and public policy to direct its New England Public Policy Center. The Center produces evidence-based research and analysis of economic and policy challenges relevant to the New England region, as well as more general micro research.

JOB DESCRIPTION/QUALIFICATIONS: The Director is expected to conduct and publish self-directed, policy-oriented research, supervise and manage the work of the Center, its economists, and Deputy Director, help direct policy analysts' research, and serve as one of the Center's spokespersons internally and publicly in the New England region. Requirements include a Ph.D. in economics; a record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals; experience managing and supervising a research team; and strong writing and public presentation skills. Salary and position commensurate with background and experience.

APPLICATIONS/FURTHER INFORMATION: The Research Department provides an outstanding research environment. More information about the Department, the New England Public Policy Center, and the position may be found at: https://www.bostonfed.org/careers/economic-research.aspx

Fields: labor and demographic economics; public finance; health, education, and welfare economics; urban and regional economics; other applied microeconomics topics.

JEL: J0, H7, H2, H4, I0, D1, D6, R1

Posted: 18 Dec 2017