Research Associate (PSA) — Inequality Between and Within Countries

UNU-WIDER is a leading international development economics think tank. We provide economic analysis and policy advice with the aim of promoting sustainable and equitable development for all.

• Relevant PhD degree with professional and/or teaching experience in economics, development economics or a related discipline.
• Strong research skills and experience in quantitative methods and data analysis.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality results.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

• Conduct high-quality research on inequality and development economics with a focus on low- and middle-income countries.
• Contribute to research design, data analysis, documentation and quality assurance of research.
• Support the production of research outputs including policy briefs, working papers, and publications.
• Work with datasets and statistical software to generate empirical evidence and insights.
• Engage in research meetings, seminars and discussions.
• Collaborate with researchers, partners and stakeholders globally.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Apply online through the UNU Careers portal at careers.unu.edu. Submissions must be received by the deadline.

• A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.

Support the UNU-WIDER research programme on inequality between and within countries, with a strong emphasis on low- and middle-income countries.