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San Francisco
We are a center for innovative thinking about all aspects of the domestic and global economy. We conduct high-caliber research and provide in-depth and independent analysis to support monetary policy, supervision, and public information.
Our Focus
We strive to conduct frontier research that informs policy. We cover a broad set of topics in macroeconomics, microeconomics, international economics, and finance.
Research
Our research and analysis reach a wide and varied audience through publication in top academic journals, other external publications, and web products that cover cutting-edge topics for the general public and specialized audiences. Our work is frequently cited in the media and used as educational resources.
District information
Of the 12 Federal Reserve Districts, the Twelfth District is the largest in area and employment. The states in our District are Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, and Washington. Several of the nation’s leading information technology centers are located in the District.
Featured Research
Aggregate Implications of Changing Sectoral Trends
Forthcoming in Journal of Political Economy. Andrew Foerster, Andreas Hornstein, Pierre-Daniel Sarte, and Mark Watson
Seawalls and Stilts: A Quantitative Macro Study of Climate Adaptation
Forthcoming in Review of Economic Studies. Stephie Fried
The Transmission of Monetary Policy under the Microscope
Journal of Political Economy 129 (10), October 2021, 2861-2904. Martin Blomhoff Holm, Pascal Paul, and Andreas Tischbirek
Begin Your Journey with Us
Our research associate recruiting cycle runs from August to October.
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Interview
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Offers are extended to fill full-time two year positions.
Start
Your first few weeks will be spent onboarding and learning while easing into policy and research tasks.
Work
Congratulations! We will assign you to one or two economists for policy work.
Our RA position is full-time for two years. We accept applications, conduct interviews, and extend offers throughout the cycle.
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