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SeniorFull-time
Salary Range
$29,393 - $39,767 /year
This salary is estimated based on similar roles. The actual salary may vary.
Job Purpose
To support Fastmarkets’ Forest & Agriculture products analytics and forecasting teams  through high‑quality data collection, validation and research that underpins market analysis, forecasts and client‑facing products.
The Role
The Research Analyst – Forest & Agriculture & Agriculture Products is responsible for the collection, cleaning, validation and organisation of fundamental market data across Forest & Agriculture products markets. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the quality, consistency and reliability of the data used in Fastmarkets’ analysis, forecasts and commercial products.
You will join a global team of researchers and analysts focused on understanding evolving Forest & Agriculture products markets, including pulp, paper, timber and related value chains. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, proactive, and comfortable working across multiple datasets and priorities in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
Core Responsibilities
• Collect, clean, validate and maintain fundamental Forest & Agriculture products market data, including supply, demand, capacity, costs, trade flows and policy impacts.
• Conduct primary and secondary research to support datasets and market analysis.
• Maintain structured databases that support forecasting models and analytical outputs.
• Monitor regulatory, policy and market developments relevant to Forest & Agriculture products sectors.
• Provide data inputs and research support to analysts, economists and consulting teams.
• Contribute data, charts and written inputs to reports, presentations and events.
• Support continuous improvement of data quality, documentation and process repeatability.
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About Fastmarkets
Fastmarkets is a leading global provider of trusted information, data, and analytics for the commodities and metals industries. Established to meet the critical need for reliable market intelligence, Fastmarkets has built a reputation as an indispensable resource for professionals navigating complex commodity markets. Headquartered in the United States with a global presence, the company has been serving the industry for decades, offering insights that help businesses make informed decisions in fast-moving markets. Fastmarkets delivers a comprehensive suite of products and services, including benchmark pricing, market news, data analytics, and research reports, covering a wide range of commodities such as steel, aluminum, copper, and energy. Its key features include real-time pricing, in-depth market analysis, and customizable data solutions tailored to the specific needs of traders, manufacturers, and policymakers. The company primarily targets professionals in the metals, mining, and energy sectors, providing them with the tools to optimize pricing strategies, mitigate risks, and identify market opportunities. With a strong market position as a trusted authority in commodities intelligence, Fastmarkets has earned recognition for its accuracy, reliability, and depth of coverage. The company’s unique value proposition lies in its ability to combine decades of industry expertise with cutting-edge technology, offering actionable insights that drive business success. Fastmarkets continues to innovate, expanding its global footprint and reinforcing its role as an essential partner for organizations seeking to thrive in the dynamic commodities landscape.
