Post-Doctoral Associate in the Division of Social Science (Economics) - Dr. Samreen Malik, Dr. David Blakeslee and Dr. Veda Narasimhan | New York University - Military Veterans

We are inviting applications for a Post-Doctoral Associate in the Division of Social Science at NYU Abu Dhabi from individuals who have or will soon receive a PhD in Economics focusing on fields related to Development Economics, Public Economics, and Political Economy. The appointment is for 3 years and will begin September 1, 2025, subject to final budget approval. The post-doctoral associate will spend half their time on independent research, and half their time on collaborative research with Professor David Blakeslee, Professor Samreen Malik and Professor Veda Narasimhan. The collaborative research will focus on human capital development, climate resilience, social welfare programs and public good service delivery in low-income countries. We seek a candidate with expertise in using secondary data and/or collecting primary data in South Asia (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh etc.) through surveys/field experiments. This is an excellent position for a development economist interested in working on issues prevalent in South Asian economies. The position does not require teaching, but it may be possible to get teaching experience for compensation. You would join a group of over 20 post-doctoral fellows and 70 faculty in the Division of Social Science. For consideration, applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae with full publication list (if any), statement of research interests, and two letters of reference, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email Professor Samreen Malik at samreen.malik@nyu.edu ; Professor Veda Narasimham at veda.narasimhan@nyu.edu or Professor David Blakeslee at dsb12@nyu.edu About NYU Abu Dhabi NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU?s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities. EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Employer UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply. Working for NYUAD To help Postdoctoral Associates and faculty thrive, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. This starts with a generous relocation allowance to ensure a smooth transition to Abu Dhabi. It includes a competitive salary; housing and transportation allowances; educational assistance for your dependents attending school in the UAE; and access to health and wellness services. For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr NYU is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion.