Job Description

Research and Policy Principal/Lead Economist

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Location: Washington, District of Columbia, USA.

About This Position

We are looking for an experienced and policy-oriented Macroeconomist to join the Research Department. This role is ideal for a candidate passionate about addressing the development challenges of Latin America and the Caribbean through rigorous economic analysis and strategic policy engagement. The candidate should possess: (1) strong technical skills; (2) a record of highquality, original research in peerreviewed journals; (3) the ability to communicate with a wide range of potential audiences; and (4) an interest in policy issues in the region.

The successful candidate will contribute to the Banks mission by producing highimpact research, advising on macroeconomic policy and topical macroeconomic developments important for the region, and engaging with stakeholders across the region to promote evidencebased decisionmaking.

What youll do

• Analyze macroeconomic trends and develop policy recommendations on fiscal, monetary, exchange rate, and structural issues.
• Contribute to countries macroeconomic monitoring and assessments and to policy dialogue with authorities when necessary.
• Advise government counterparts and institutional leadership on macroeconomic policy design and implementation.
• Conduct highquality, policyrelevant research on macroeconomic issues including growth, inflation, debt sustainability, and external vulnerabilities.
• Publish findings in peerreviewed journals and institutional reports.
• Lead thematic studies and flagship publications that inform regional and global policy debates.
• Build and maintain relationships with central banks, ministries of finance, international organizations, and academic institutions.
• Represent the institution in highlevel policy forums, conferences, and working groups.
• Mentor junior economists and contribute to internal training programs.
• Support capacitybuilding initiatives in member countries through workshops, technical assistance, and collaborative research.
• Develop and refine analytical tools and frameworks for macroeconomic policy assessment.
• Stay abreast of global economic developments and integrate cuttingedge methodologies into policy work.

What you'll need

• Education: You must hold a master's degree or equivalent education (PhD strongly preferred) in Economics.
• Experience: At least 7 years of relevant professional experience for a Principal Economist, or at least 6 years for a Lead Economist, in macroeconomic analysis, policy design, and applied research, preferably in international organizations, central banks, ministries of finance, or academic institutions, on topics relevant to development in Latin America and the Caribbean.
• Demonstrated track record of publications in peerreviewed journals and institutional reports related to fiscal, monetary, exchange rate, financial and structural issues policies and contributing to macroeconomic monitoring and assessments.
• Experience in policy dialogue with government authorities, representing organizations in highlevel forums, and institutional leadership is valued.
• Languages: Proficiency in English and one of the other Bank official languages (Spanish, French or Portuguese) is required.

Requirements

• Citizenship: You are a citizen of one of our 48member countries. We may offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your eligible dependents.
• Consanguinity: You have no family members (up to the fourth degree of consanguinity and second degree of affinity, including spouse) working at the IDB, IDB Invest, or IDB Lab.

Type of Contract and Duration

International staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.

Benefits

• A competitive compensation package, including an annual base salary expressed on a netoftax basis.
• Leaves and vacations: 24 days of paid time off + 8 personal days + sick leave + genderneutral parental leave.
• Health Insurance: IDB Group provides employees and eligible dependents with a robust medical benefits program that covers medical, dental, vision, preventive care, and prescription drugs.
• Pension plan: defined benefit pension plan that provides financial security and supports employees in planning for their future.
• We offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your family when it applies.
• Hybrid and flexible work schedules.
• Health and wellbeing: Access to our Health Services Center that provides preventive care and health education for employees.
• Development support: We offer tools to boost your professional profile, such as mentoring, 1:1 professional counseling, training and learning opportunities, language classes, mobility options, among others.
• Other perks: Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, spouse career support, and others.

Our Culture

At the IDB, we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work while finding their purpose. Our people consistently strive for excellence, and we recognize and celebrate the impact of their contributions. In our efforts to drive innovation, we intentionally include all voices, cultivate a sense of belonging and champion fairness. We welcome individuals from underrepresented groups to join us and share their unique perspectives.

We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job interview process. If you require an accommodation to complete this application, please email us at accommodations@iadb.org.

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