
Research Assistant, Dept of Finance
2 weeks ago
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Job Description
I am looking for up to two highly skilled and motivated individuals to work with me as full-time research professionals for a period of at least one year. The start date is subject to negotiation, but may be as early as 1 October 2025.
You will work with NUS Business School Professor Karsten Müller at the Department of Finance. For the most part, you will support Karsten's research agenda on macro-financial linkages and historical macroeconomic statistics. This work uses macro and micro data and cutting-edge statistical methods to understand when credit booms endanger financial stability, what the sources of long-run growth are, and how boom-bust cycles can shape the economy of a country for decades. Among other things, you will help to (a) construct novel data sources to measure credit market conditions and historical macroeconomic outcomes, (b) analyse data to understand the role of financial frictions on firm outcomes, and (c) help estimate measures of economic activity ranging back centuries for many countries.
You will work with us on a variety of tasks, including data collection and analysis, statistical programming and data visualization, conducting literature reviews, summarizing research findings and policy documents, and editing research papers. You will have access to resources, including part-time research assistants, and collaborate closely with other members of Professor Müller's lab. The most important requirement for this position is that you are highly ambitious and eager to learn, and you should ideally bring a proven an interest in economic research.
The position is based in Singapore. A successful candidate will be able to participate in the academic life at NUS, including the ability to attend research seminars and potentially PhD courses. I will support you in achieving your interests and goals, which for many candidates will mean applying to world-leading Master's and PhD programmes, policy organizations, or industry jobs. NUS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees, applicants, and job seekers.
Qualifications
Ideal candidates will:
(i) have a strong background in economics, finance, or data science;
(ii) have a proven interest in economic questions, and an interest potentially pursuing an academic path;
(iii) be able to work independently to solve problems; and
(iv) be highly organized and pay attention to details.
A background in economics or finance is a plus but not necessary. I have often worked with computer science or data science students as well. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and self-directed, adept at learning new technical skills when needed.
Candidates should submit the following documents:
• Cover letter and resume
• Transcripts from previous academic programs, where relevant
• If available: A research paper (undergrad thesis, term paper, etc.)
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Working Conditions
Office, library, computer room
Physical Effort
Typically sitting at a desk or table
Department / School
NUS Business School
Pay
Competitive with other world-leading research universities
Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
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