Associate Editor/ Research Coordinator - Loop Capital Markets

Associate Editor/ Research Coordinator
Loop Capital Markets

Job Title: Researcher
Department: Analytics
Reports To: Managing Director/ Head of Analytical Services
FLSA Status: Exempt
Prepared By: Human Resources
Prepared Date: November 15, 2010


Summary Analyzes verbal or statistical data to prepare reports and studies for use by professional workers in Loop Capital.

Examples of research projects include: Develops a "credit connectivity" metric that enables cross-state comparison of the degree to which layers of government are financially connected to their respective state

Creates a commodities publication that deflates commodities prices by the dollar and addresses mismatches in supply and demand

Produces "white paper" on how the Great Recession altered federalism and the impact this has had on credit quality

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Searches sources such as reference works, literature, documents, newspapers, and statistical records, to obtain data on assigned subject.

Analyzes and evaluates applicability of collected data.

Prepares statistical tabulations on collected data.

Writes reports or presents data in formats such as weekly newsletters, internal and external publications or graphs.

Interviews individuals to obtain data or draft correspondence to answer inquiries.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Problem Solving - Works well in group problem solving situations.

Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity - Completes work in timely manner.

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Initiative - Undertakes self-development activities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Ph.D., ABD, or strong Master's degree candidate in Urban Studies, Political Science, Economics, Government or equivalent; or 0 - 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with primary research
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Able to produce 20 to 50 page "white papers"

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills

Microsoft Suite, Microsoft Publisher

Basic statistics and account metrics software

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Series 7 Licensing required. Company will sponsor.

Other Qualifications

Occasional travel for training

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please submit resumes and cover letters to Christopher Mier at hr@loopcap.com.