Research Associate

About the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City

When you join the Federal Reserve—the nation's central bank—you'll play a key role, collaborating with leading professionals to strengthen and protect our economic, financial, and payments systems. We invest in contemporary and emerging technology each year to support the Federal Reserve and our economy, and we're building a dynamic and diverse team for our future.

About the Economic Research Department

The Economic Research Department at the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City conducts innovative analysis and research on a variety of agricultural topics, including finance, trade, production, and regional markets. Our work provides critical support for monetary policy and industry engagement.

About the Role

We are recruiting for a Research Associate with a focus on agricultural economics to be located in Omaha. This position is designed for someone passionate about agricultural research and considering a graduate degree in economics or a related field. The role offers an excellent opportunity to develop technical skills in data management, survey methodologies, and statistical analysis while gaining exposure to a broad range of economic research topics.

As a Research Associate, you will work alongside other economists on policy briefings, presentations for external engagements, and research projects. You will collect, analyze, and summarize agricultural economic data, preparing charts for presentations on agricultural and regional economic conditions. Additionally, you will oversee processes associated with collecting data through quarterly surveys of agricultural credit and lending conditions, and assist in developing and organizing agricultural conferences, industry meetings, and roundtables.

This is a two-year position with the opportunity to extend, if applicable, starting in summer 2026. The role is full-time and on-site, with 5 days per month of remote work flexibility.

How to Apply

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcript copy. Incomplete applications will not be considered. We will review applications on a rolling basis, so applying early is recommended. Applications will be pre-screened prior to interview selections; you will receive notification if you have been selected for a virtual interview.

Eligibility Note: Generally, non-U.S. citizens are eligible to apply if they are able to obtain the legal status to work in the U.S. for at least two years without sponsorship from the Bank. F-1 visa holders with STEM OPT extension are eligible to apply. The Bank will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position; applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

For more information on the Economic Research Department and the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, please visit www.kansascityfed.org. For information on RA openings throughout the Federal Reserve System, visit www.fedeconjobs.org.

Equal Opportunity

The Federal Reserve Banks are committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law and to an environment where employees are valued for their differences.