About the Research Associate Program
Research Associates at the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco work closely with PhD economists on cutting-edge research spanning macroeconomics, labor economics, international economics, finance, and monetary policy. The position provides excellent preparation for PhD programs in economics, with many former RAs going on to top graduate programs and receiving prestigious fellowships.
Research Associates contribute to academic papers, policy analysis, and data collection while developing skills in econometric analysis, economic modeling, and research communication.
Former Research Associates
Research Associates I've had the pleasure of mentoring at the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco. They have gone on to distinguished PhD programs at leading universities, with many becoming NSF Graduate Research Fellows and launching successful academic careers.