Bank of America Merrill Lynch
Department Commodity Research
Location New York or London
Job Description Bank of America Merrill Lynch Commodities Research is seeking an analyst to join their Commodity Research team. The position requires a graduate degree, preferably at the PhD level in economics, finance, or other quantitative field.

We are seeking candidates at the junior level with a solid understanding of applied econometrics. An interest in commodity and financial markets is a must and a background in applied economics, finance or international economics are also important.

Excellent oral and written communication skills in English are a must. Position will be based in either London or New York.

Resume submission deadline: Candidates should submit resume and cover letter to Emily Hateley at emily.hateley@baml.com, with subject line ‘Application for Commodity Analyst Position’

Please indicate if you will be available to attend the AEA meeting in Atlanta in January 2010. We will interview candidates there on 4-5 January, 2010.

Applications/Contact Details Emily Hateley: emily.hateley@baml.com
Application Deadline 12/20/2009

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Job Opening: Economist

The Strategic Research Unit of the Central and West Asia Department
(CWRD) of the Asian Development Bank is looking for highly motivated
individuals interested in contributing to the development of the Unit’s
research program. CWRD covers the ex-Soviet republics of Central Asia,
Afghanistan and Pakistan. The research program covers 5 areas: (i)
macroeconomic policy; (ii) regional integration; (iii) structural
transformation; (iv) management of resource revenues; and (iv) impact
evaluation of projects. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D in
Economics with good skills in empirical work and interest in development
issues.

Those interested please send complete CV to Jesus Felipe at:
jfelipe@adb.org