Policy Research Position: Development Banks and Sustainable Development

[Gallagher, Kevin]

Dear Friends,

 

We are looking for a specialist on the role development banks play in financing sustainable development.  Description below.  Please share far and wide:

 

 

Senior Academic Researcher

GEGI is seeking a Senior Academic Researcher with backgrounds in development economics or studies, international economics, environment/climate economics, and international political economy related to: 

1. Development finance and development banks
2. The political economy of development finance institutions 
3. The economic and social dimensions of the green transition and climate resilience

The Senior Academic Researcher is expected to lead and oversee ongoing research efforts, guide, plan, and execute future research projects and pursue independent research in one or more of the priority areas of GEGI. In addition to leading these research efforts, the Senior Academic Researcher will routinely engage with policymakers and civil society organizations to advance GEGI’s policy-oriented research findings.

In addition to competitive compensation, the Senior Academic Researcher will receive funding for data collection, fieldwork, and travel to conferences and potentially be eligible for reimbursement for relocation expenses. Senior Academic Researchers is an in-person position at Boston University’s GDP Center offices. 

Qualifications 

• A completed doctoral degree along with postdoctoral experience. The GDP Center will accept applications from all disciplines but is seeking a candidate with strong development background and associated expertise in economics, political economy, or international organizations. 
• The candidate must have strong methodological skills. Quantitative skills and expertise in Excel, R, Stata, or Python would be an asset. Research experience involving mixed methods is particularly welcome.
• Well-versed with ongoing policy discussions and debates on global economic governance and preferably a growing track record of thought leadership and policy engagement.
• Track record of engaging with collaborators based in the global south and experience with research management.
• A strong research interest and proven track record in the GEGI focus areas, including a firm grasp of policy discussions and debates.

How to apply: Please send a cover letter and CV to Mridhu Khanna at kha...@bu.edu with the subject line <<First Name Last Name – GEGI Senior Academic Researcher>>

 

 

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Kevin P. Gallagher, PhD

Professor, Boston University Pardee School of Global Studies 

Director, Boston University Global Development Policy Center 

53 Bay State Road, Boston, MA 02215

@GDP_Center| @KevinPGallagher

bu.edu/gdp

 

 

For scheduling please send an email to: gdpa...@bu.edu

 

[Todd Eisenstadt]

Dear GEP colleagues,

 

I write as my department is searching for a comparative politics specialist who has strong statistical methods training and, hopefully, an interest in political institutions (which can definitely include government institutions to address climate change).  If you have questions, do not hesitate to contact me at eise...@american.edu

 

Todd Eisenstadt

 

Position Announcement: Assistant Professor of Comparative Politics at American University

The Department of Government at the School of Public Affairs at American University invites applications for a tenure-line position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Comparative Politics beginning in Academic Year 2024-25. Applicants should have a PhD or anticipate PhD completion by August 2024. Successful candidates will have strong methodological skills. The search is open with regard to research specialty, although the Department of Government is especially interested in scholars whose research and teaching interests include comparative political institutions. Applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of the department are especially welcome. Most of all, the department seeks scholars who will further its goals of producing high impact research, providing innovative undergraduate and graduate teaching, and contributing to high visibility centers and research initiatives at American University.

Review of applications will begin on September 1, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled, subject to on-going budgetary approvals. The position begins August 1, 2024. Applicants should have a PhD or an anticipated PhD completion by August 2024.

Salary and benefits are competitive. Please submit applications via: https://apply.interfolio.com/128076. Include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, three confidential letters of recommendation, research and teaching narratives, and a writing sample. Please contact Rachel Whelan, Faculty Coordinator, 202-885-6201 or spa_acade...@american.edu if you have any questions.