Economist Monetary policy analyses

About the job

The Monetary Policy Analysis organizational unit of the Swiss National Bank is responsible for assessing the transmission and degree of restriction of monetary policy as a basis for the monetary policy assessment. It also conducts research on monetary policy issues. Place of work: Zurich

Your contribution

* Analyzing and developing monetary policy indicators and helping to prepare the monetary policy assessment; * Writing studies on Swiss monetary policy and drafting speeches and articles for the SNB's regular publications; * Conducting research on topics relevant to monetary policy.

Your knowledge and experience

* Doctorate in monetary economics, macroeconomics, financial market economics, or applied econometrics; * Ideally, several years of professional experience at a central bank or research institution and publications in scientific journals; * Good programming skills (e.g., in R, Matlab, or Python); * Ability to analyze and evaluate complex economic relationships and present them in a way that is understandable to different target groups, especially with regard to fundamental monetary and currency policy issues; * Excellent verbal and written communication skills in German or French and excellent English skills; * Strong team spirit, reliability, and independence.

Our offer

We offer a responsible and challenging position in a collegial environment and an organization that will support you both professionally and personally. Our working conditions are modern and promote a healthy work-life balance. This includes the option of flexible working and working from home. Remuneration is fair, competitive, and performance-based. Equal opportunities and equal rights are our top priority.