GEGI advances policy-oriented research to align global economic
governance with development and climate ambitions and deliver green and
inclusive prosperity. Within GEGI, research is conducted across three
thematic programs: climate and development finance, financial stability,
and trade and investment rules. GEGI also focuses on emerging and cross-
cutting challenges such as just transitions, the sovereign debt crisis and
climate change.
governance with development and climate ambitions and deliver green and
inclusive prosperity. Within GEGI, research is conducted across three
thematic programs: climate and development finance, financial stability,
and trade and investment rules. GEGI also focuses on emerging and cross-
cutting challenges such as just transitions, the sovereign debt crisis and
climate change.
GEGI is seeking an Academic Researcher with backgrounds in development
economics or studies, international economics, environment/climate
economics, and international political economy related to:
- Development finance and development banks;
- The political economy of development finance institutions; and
- The economic and social dimensions of the green transition and climate
resilience.
The 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 Academic Researcher will
routinely engage with policymakers and civil society organizations to
advance GEGI’s policy-oriented research findings.
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 Academic Researcher will
routinely engage with policymakers and civil society organizations to
advance GEGI’s policy-oriented research findings.
This is an in-person position at Boston University.
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in public policy, engineering, economics, political
science, political economy or related disciplines with a strong background in global development or international organizations. PhD preferred. - 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 a plus.
- 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.
Boston University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes
medical, dental, and life insurance; retirement savings plans with matching
contributions; generous paid time off and holidays; tuition remission for
employees and eligible family members; wellness programs; transportation
and commuting benefits; access to backup childcare and an on-site
children’s center; and statutory protections such as Workers’ Compensation
and Social Security contributions.
medical, dental, and life insurance; retirement savings plans with matching
contributions; generous paid time off and holidays; tuition remission for
employees and eligible family members; wellness programs; transportation
and commuting benefits; access to backup childcare and an on-site
children’s center; and statutory protections such as Workers’ Compensation
and Social Security contributions.
To apply, please send a cover letter and CV to Hope Marshall at
hmarsh@bu.edu with the subject line <<First Name Last Name – GEGI
Academic Researcher>>
hmarsh@bu.edu with the subject line <<First Name Last Name – GEGI
Academic Researcher>>
How to Apply
Please send a cover letter and CV to Hope Marshall at hmarsh@bu.edu with the subject line << First Name Last Name - GEGI Academic Researcher >>
Organization
Boston University Global Development Policy Center
Job Type
Full Time
Expires On
December 31, 2025