Postdoctoral Research Associate, Global Linkages Lab, Department of Economics

Description

The Global Linkages Lab at Brown University (GLL) is seeking a postdoctoral research associate for a one-year appointment, with the possibility of renewal for a second year based on performance, need, and availability of funds, to join a diverse community of scholars committed to studying globalization. The postdoctoral research associate will participate in collaborative research activities with  our affiliated faculty on trade and financial linkages and international transmission of monetary and fiscal policies. The postdoctoral research associate will also teach one course in the PhD program. 

Applicants should have a substantive interest in macro, finance, and trade.

We are particularly interested in scholars with expertise in using micro data to answer macro questions. Established access to US census data and credit registry data from central banks including the Federal Reserve is a plus. The postdoctoral research associate will receive mentorship and training from a faculty sponsor, primarily through an active research apprenticeship and collaboration.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a PhD in Economics and/or Finance in hand by the effective start date of the position on September 1, 2025. Candidates should have strong econometric skills, and extensive experience working with large micro data sets. Candidates should also hold a substantial command of the international macro and finance literature including knowledge of the key general equilibrium models and solution methods.

Application Instructions

Review of applications will begin immediately. To be considered for this position please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, two examples of scholarly work, and arrange to have three confidential letters of recommendation submitted via Interfolio.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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