Research Associate

Position Summary Position: Research Associate – Agricultural Economics, Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, Omaha, NE. Duration 2 years, start summer 2026. Seeking a graduate student or early‑career economist with strong quantitative skills for research on agricultural markets and policy. Key Responsibilities Work with economists on policy briefings, external presentations, and research projects related to agricultural economics and finance. Collect, analyze, and summarize agricultural economic data, preparing charts for presentations on agricultural and regional economic conditions. Oversee processes associated with collecting data through quarterly surveys of agricultural credit and lending conditions. Assist in developing and organizing agricultural conferences, industry meetings, and roundtables. Required Education and Skills Bachelor’s or master’s degree in economics, agricultural economics, or a closely related field with a focus on agriculture. Coursework or experience in economics required; coursework or experience in agricultural economics preferred. Proficiency in programming languages and statistical software packages such as Stata, R, Python, or Matlab. Strong academic record and experience with empirical research and data analysis. Application Process Attach a resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcript copy. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. F-1 visa holders with STEM OPT extension are eligible. Compensation and Benefits Salary: $59,000 – 76,300 (Research AssociateI) or $70,100 – 90,800 (Research AssociateII). Final offer determined by qualifications, internal alignment, district assignment, and geography. Work Arrangement On-site, full-time with 5 days per month remote work flexibility. Equal Employment Opportunity The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City is committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr