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The IDB Group is a community of diverse, versatile, and passionate people who come together on a journey to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Our people find purpose and do what they love in an inclusive, collaborative, agile, and rewarding environment.

About this position

We are looking for a motivated, experienced, and creative consultant. As an economic research consultant, you will manage datasets, conduct data analysis, display results in tables and figures, and contribute to the preparation of publications.

You will work in the Research department. This team is responsible for generating innovative ideas that support the strategic policy agenda of the IDB and its member countries and publishing research in academic journals.

What you’ll do

• Manage numerous datasets and codes for a quantitative research project.
• Write codes to conduct data cleaning, merging, and data analysis and to display results in figures and tables.
• Develop and pursue innovative new direction for analysis.
• Conduct literature reviews.
• Support the preparation of research publications.
• Work in close collaboration with other team members.

What you'll need

•    Education: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent advanced degree) in economics, public policy, or other fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role. Master’s preferred.

•    Experience: At least 2 years of progressive experience in research, data analysis, and data management. 

•    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 48-member 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 consultant Full-Time, 12 months (up to 36 months).  
 

What we offer

The IDB group provides benefits that respond to the different needs and moments of an employee's life. These benefits include:
 

-A competitive compensation package.

-Leaves and vacations: 2 days per month of contract + gender-neutral parental leave.

-Health Insurance: the IDB Group provides a monthly allowance for the purchase of health insurance

-Savings plan: The IDB Group cares about your future, depending on the length of the contract, you will receive a monthly savings plan allowance.

-We offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your family when it applies.

-Hybrid and flexible work schedules

-Development support: We offer learning opportunities to boost your professional profile, such as seminars, 1:1 professional counseling, and much more.

-Health and well-being: Access to our Health Services Center that provides preventive care and health education for employees.

-Other perks (country specific): 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.