Economist and Research Assistant Diversity Data

We represent the residents of the Ninth District and recognize the value of a diverse workforce.

The table below shows the racial/ ethnic and gender makeup of Ph.D. economists and research assistants at the Minneapolis Fed.

Economists employed at each district’s Reserve Bank and the Federal Reserve Board of Governors have wide-ranging expertise.

Research assistants are generally hired directly after undergraduate study, and they work alongside economists. They are usually in their positions for a few years and leave the role well suited to pursue a graduate degree—often in economics. This count of research assistants includes research analysts, a role unique to the Minneapolis Fed. Research analysts are current economics Ph.D. students who are employed by the Bank.

Minneapolis Fed Ph.D. Economist and Research Assistant Demographic Information

Note: Data as of December 31, 2023.
	Race/Ethnicity														Total Individuals
	Asian		Black/African American		Hispanic/Latino		Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander		American Indian or Alaska Native		Two or More		White		Total Individuals
	Female	Male	Female	Male	Female	Male	Female	Male	Female	Male	Female	Male	Female	Male	All
Ph.D. Economists	6	2	1	3	1	3	-	-	-	-	-	-	6	23	45
Research Assistants	4	10	-	-	2	7	-	-	-	-	-	1	3	10	37