Job Description:
State Bank of Pakistan is the most dynamic and progressive public sector organization of the country and is playing a vital role in the economic revival, growth and development of Pakistan. Over the past decade, SBP has made substantial progress in its journey to renew, build and strengthen its institutional capacity.
The Research Department of SBP plays an important role by providing in-depth theoretical and quantitative economic analysis of the country in the form of mainly research papers and provides support policy decisions on the basis of theory-based models that reflect microeconomic features of key economic agents in Pakistan & also support policy decisions on the basis of macro and micro econometrics research including surveys. In order to support its business operations, applications are invited for the contractual position of Research Associate. The job provides excellent opportunities to those having the required qualification, experience, ability and enthusiasm, to play a key role in the future development of the Bank.
The position shall be broadly responsible and capable to:
Analyze and write independent research papers on topics of interest to the management.
Help set up the primary data collection projects.
Assist in training enumerators and designing questionnaire.
Prepare the initial budget of research projects.
Travel willingly to conduct and monitor surveys.
Prepare literature review and document technical details of research projects.
Maintain complete documentation of research projects.
Perform any other task as and when assigned.
Qualification:
· M Phil/Master’s Degree or equivalent in Economics from or a foreign university.
· Proficient in use of MS Office and Econometrics Software Stata and Eviews
Experience:
· Preferably 2 years of relevant experience with proven ability of independent research.
Age:
· Not exceeding 35 years as on the last date of submission of application.
Compensation Package:
· Negotiable salary package in accordance with the experience and qualification of the candidate.
· Medical facility for self, dependent spouse and dependent children only as per Bank’s rules.
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To Apply:
Application Procedure:
This is a Karachi based Contractual position for a period of 2 years. Interested Pakistani nationals meeting the above mentioned eligibility criteria may apply through their application alongwith detailed CV & three recent photographs to the Director, Human Resources Department, State Bank of Pakistan. 10 Floor. Main Building. I.I.Chundrigar Road. Karachi-74000 latest by April 24, 2012
Please clearly mark the envelope with the position applied for. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Misinformation and any attempt to influence the selection process will be considered a definite disqualification for current as well as for all future recruitments in the Bank, even if the candidate is otherwise qualified.
