Postdoctoral Associate - Economics (Firm Dynamics and Growth) - New York University Abu Dhabi - Abu Dhabi, UAE

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  • Abu Dhabi
  • DH 18,000-26,000 per month
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Postdoctoral Associate - Economics (Firm Dynamics and Growth) - New York University Abu Dhabi - Abu Dhabi, UAEPosition Overview
New York University Abu Dhabi invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in the Division of Social Science with a research focus on firm dynamics, structural transformation, economic growth, and spatial economics. This three-year appointment will begin on September 1, 2026, subject to final budget approval and UAE visa acquisition. The role is designed for high-caliber researchers seeking to advance independent and collaborative research in development and growth economics within a global research university.Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Higher Education
Function: Research
Salary: 18000-26000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-timePosition Overview
The Postdoctoral Associate will allocate time equally between independent research and collaborative research with faculty members on projects related to economic growth, structural transformation, and firm-level supply chains and business network formation, particularly in low-income and conflict-affected economies. The role emphasizes the study of policy spillovers, firm behavior, and spatial interactions in developing country contexts.Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct independent research in firm dynamics, economic growth, and structural transformation
  • Collaborate with faculty on research projects involving firm-level supply chains and business networks
  • Design and implement surveys in low-income and developing country environments
  • Work with existing firm-level, survey, and administrative datasets
  • Apply empirical and theoretical models of firm dynamics and structural change
  • Analyze policy spillovers using spatial and network-based economic frameworks
  • Prepare research outputs for submission to leading academic journals and conferences
  • Contribute to a collaborative and interdisciplinary research culture at NYU Abu Dhabi
Candidate Requirements
  • PhD in Economics, completed or near completion
  • Strong background in both empirical and theoretical economics
  • Expertise in firm dynamics, economic growth, development, or spatial economics
  • Advanced coding and data analysis skills
  • Experience in survey design and applied economic research
  • Strong academic writing and communication skills
Why Join Us
  • Competitive postdoctoral salary with comprehensive benefits
  • Housing, relocation, and family support benefits in Abu Dhabi
  • Access to world-class research facilities and interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Opportunity to work within NYU's global academic network
About the Company
New York University Abu Dhabi is a leading international research university and a core part of NYU's global network spanning six continents. Based in Abu Dhabi, NYU Abu Dhabi brings together scholars and students from over 120 countries, fostering excellence in research, teaching, and knowledge creation across the sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts.Job Title Postdoctoral Associate - Economics (Firm Dynamics and Growth) - New York University Abu Dhabi - Abu Dhabi, UAE
Job Description Postdoctoral Associate - Economics (Firm Dynamics and Growth) - New York University Abu Dhabi - Abu Dhabi, UAEPosition Overview
New York University Abu Dhabi invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in the Division of Social Science with a research focus on firm dynamics, structural transformation, economic growth, and spatial economics. This three-year appointment will begin on September 1, 2026, subject to final budget approval and UAE visa acquisition. The role is designed for high-caliber researchers seeking to advance independent and collaborative research in development and growth economics within a global research university.Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Higher Education
Function: Research
Salary: 18000-26000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-timePosition Overview
The Postdoctoral Associate will allocate time equally between independent research and collaborative research with faculty members on projects related to economic growth, structural transformation, and firm-level supply chains and business network formation, particularly in low-income and conflict-affected economies. The role emphasizes the study of policy spillovers, firm behavior, and spatial interactions in developing country contexts.Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct independent research in firm dynamics, economic growth, and structural transformation
  • Collaborate with faculty on research projects involving firm-level supply chains and business networks
  • Design and implement surveys in low-income and developing country environments
  • Work with existing firm-level, survey, and administrative datasets
  • Apply empirical and theoretical models of firm dynamics and structural change
  • Analyze policy spillovers using spatial and network-based economic frameworks
  • Prepare research outputs for submission to leading academic journals and conferences
  • Contribute to a collaborative and interdisciplinary research culture at NYU Abu Dhabi
Candidate Requirements
  • PhD in Economics, completed or near completion
  • Strong background in both empirical and theoretical economics
  • Expertise in firm dynamics, economic growth, development, or spatial economics
  • Advanced coding and data analysis skills
  • Experience in survey design and applied economic research
  • Strong academic writing and communication skills
Why Join Us
  • Competitive postdoctoral salary with comprehensive benefits
  • Housing, relocation, and family support benefits in Abu Dhabi
  • Access to world-class research facilities and interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Opportunity to work within NYU's global academic network
About the Company
New York University Abu Dhabi is a leading international research university and a core part of NYU's global network spanning six continents. Based in Abu Dhabi, NYU Abu Dhabi brings together scholars and students from over 120 countries, fostering excellence in research, teaching, and knowledge creation across the sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts.
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