Research and Policy Principal/Lead Economist

Core responsibilities:

• Analyze macroeconomic trends and develop policy recommendations on fiscal, monetary, exchange rate, and structural issues
• Conduct high-quality, policy-relevant research on macroeconomic issues including growth, inflation, debt sustainability, and external vulnerabilities
• Advise government counterparts and institutional leadership on macroeconomic policy design and implementation
• Lead thematic studies and flagship publications that inform regional and global policy debates

This role creates positive change by producing high-impact research and advising on macroeconomic policy to address development challenges in Latin America and the Caribbean, promoting evidence-based decision-making that improves lives in the region.

Required qualifications:

• Master's degree or equivalent education (PhD strongly preferred) in Economics
• At least 7 years of relevant professional experience for Principal Economist (6 years for Lead Economist) in macroeconomic analysis, policy design, and applied research
• Demonstrated track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals and institutional reports related to fiscal, monetary, exchange rate, financial and structural policies
• Proficiency in English and one of the other Bank official languages (Spanish, French or Portuguese)

Benefits include:

• Competitive compensation package with annual base salary expressed on a net-of-tax basis
• 24 days of paid time off + 8 personal days + sick leave + gender-neutral parental leave
• Robust health insurance covering medical, dental, vision, preventive care, and prescription drugs
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Relocation and visa assistance for employee and family
• Hybrid and flexible work schedules
• Professional development support including mentoring, training, language classes, and mobility options

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 through inclusive, collaborative work in development.