The trainee will collaborate on a policy-relevant research project. Specifically, they will support the team in developing and maintaining a macroeconomic model in an open economy setting. The trainee will support in deriving equations, solving and simulating models using the Dynare tool. At the end, the trainee will communicate her/his findings in an internal note, presentation, and/or seminar.

Qualifications 

• Hold a postgraduate degree in economics or be enrolled in a PhD program. A PhD degree in economics will be considered a strong asset.  
• A sound understanding of either macro-finance or international macroeconomics. Experience in DSGE modelling and a keen interest in the energy market and/or financial frictions are highly desirable. 
• Intermediate knowledge of or experience in programming, especially in Dynare and MATLAB. Experience in simulations and Bayesian estimation of DSGE models will be an asset. 
• Excellent oral and written English skills, additional languages are an asset.
• Proven experience using analytical and technical skills with attention to details is a strong asset.
• A previous experience in the same field will be an asset.

Key Competencies 

• Problem-solving skills.  
• Teamwork and collaboration. 
• Resilience, flexibility and change. 
• Communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Problem solving. 
• Innovative thinking.