Post Doctoral Associate - Economics Job Vacancy in UAE Abdu Dhabi
New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is inviting applications for a Post Doctoral Associate position in the Economics group within the Division of Social Science. The successful candidate will specialize in international macroeconomics and trade, working on independent research and collaborative projects with Professors Jean Imbs and Laurent Pauwels. The research will focus on global supply chains, their macroeconomic effects, interactions with geopolitical factors, and estimation of preference and technology parameters using cross-country and cross-sector data.
Job Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Job Industry: Higher Education & Research
Job Function: Economics Research & Analysis
Salary: Negotiable
Gender: Any
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct independent research in international macroeconomics and trade
- Collaborate on projects analyzing global supply chains and macroeconomic outcomes
- Utilize large datasets and develop sophisticated trade models featuring input-output linkages
- Perform advanced simulations and estimations in economic modeling
- Participate in research seminars and discussions within NYUAD’s economics research community
- Optional opportunity to gain teaching experience for additional compensation
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- PhD in Economics (completed or near completion)
- Strong specialization in international macroeconomics and trade
- Expertise in trade models incorporating input-output linkages
- Proficiency in handling large datasets and conducting advanced economic simulations
- Strong coding skills for computational economics and data analysis
Application Process:
Candidates must submit the following documents in PDF format via Interfolio ([http://apply.interfolio.com/156237](http://apply.interfolio.com/156237)):
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae with a full publication list
- Statement of research interests
- Two letters of reference
The application deadline is December 1, 2024, but submissions will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for virtual interviews.
NYU Abu Dhabi offers a competitive benefits package, including housing and educational subsidies for children. UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.