State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), the Central Bank, is looking for talented and energetic candidates for the following contractual position in Research Department, based in Karachi.

Research Economist

Key responsibilities of the incumbent will include, but not limited to, the following: Perform research on various economic issues based on theoretical and applied econometrics for forecasting and policy analysis. Present comprehensive empirical research on various relevant economic issues of Pakistan. Provide concise update of current advances (theoretical/empirical and technical) in DSGE modeling. Contribute to the working paper series of SBP by writing papers independently or in collaboration and contribute towards managing its publication. Carry out data management activity by gathering/collecting information on relevant matters on an ongoing basis. Maintain a record of all such data to keep the relevant data files up to date for reference. Estimate various parameters for Pakistan economy using various data-sets and estimation techniques in E-views, MATLAB, STATA, Python, R language etc. and produce notes on the estimations. Develop a complete command on the use of DYNARE/IRIS for solving DSGE models by writing and practicing codes. Provide technical support to other members of the department in various tasks by way of discussion and engaging in sharing the work. Perform other miscellaneous assignments as specified by Director/ Divisional Head. Provide periodic feedback on working papers/research papers of peers.

 Eligibility Criteria:

Education:	PhD degree in Economics/ Econometrics, or a related field from an HEC recognized university or a reputable foreign university.
Age:	Maximum 40 years, as on the last date of application submission.
Experience:	At least 3 year research experience after PhD.
Other Attributes:	Good understanding of DSGE models with ability to solve, write, code, interpret and explain various DSGE models. Good competency in MATLAB, Dynare, STATA, E-Views, Python and R Language. Fairly good knowledge of Central Bank functions, monetary policy and general economy.

 Link to Apply:

https://career.sbp.org.pk/verification?pid=120

 Compensation:

Competitive compensation package, as per State Bank rules.

 Application Procedure:

Interested candidates meeting the above-stated eligibility criteria may submit their applications online on https://www.sbp.org.pk/careers/status.asp.

The system generated application form may also be shared through surface mail addressed to Deputy Director, Resource Management, HRD, State Bank of Pakistan, 10th Floor, SBP Main Building, I.I. Chundrigar Road, Karachi with the applied position written on top right of the envelope. Last date of application submission is September 25, 2023.

Applications, which are not in accordance with defined requirements in the advertisement, will not be entertained. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Females, candidates from minorities, transgender persons and persons with disability are encouraged to apply.

Any candidate who misinforms or fails to provide the required information or documents, does not meet the specified criteria as per advertisement, attempts to influence the recruitment process in any manner, tries to obtain support for his/her candidature by inappropriate means or tampers with evidence of his/her age, educational and other certificates, shall be disqualified from the current and any future recruitment process at the Bank; even if the candidate is otherwise eligible.