Markets Economist: Data-Driven Policy & Regulation

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financial industry regulatory authorityWashington (DC)

Economists Investment Banking and Securities Intermediation

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About the role

FINRA seeks a quantitative economist to analyze market practices, trading activity, and regulatory programs. You will apply econometric methods to assess price discovery, liquidity, and market quality, exploring tokenized securities and AI-enabled trading implications. The role requires a Master’s degree with 3+ years of experience (PhD preferred) and proficiency in R, Python, or Stata. Hybrid work, strong communication skills, and collaboration with cross‑functional teams are essential.

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