Research Fellow (Econometrics and Machine Learning)

The Economics Programme in NTU’s School of Social Sciences seeks a Research Fellow. The research develops reliable instrumental variable (IV) estimation/inference method and machine learning algorithm with weak instruments, high-dimensional instruments or controls, and clustered data. Key Responsibilities: • Develop econometric theory for weak-identification-robust tests, bootstrap methods, estimator combinations, and leave-cluster-out bias correction and inference methods. • Implement simulations and empirical analyses of import competition, education, and pretrial decisions using IV regressions. • Prepare reproducible code, research papers, technical appendices, and presentations in collaboration with the project team. Job Requirements: • PhD in Economics, Econometrics, Statistics, or a closely related field by the appointment start date. • Strong econometric theory, probability, statistics, and research skills in IV methods, causal inference, and machine learning. • Proficiency in R, Python, MATLAB, or Julia; ability to implement simulations and analyse data. • Strong communication and collaboration skills; specialist experience in weak identification, bootstrap methods, or cluster-robust inference is desirable. • Entry level PhD candidates who meet the qualification requirement by the start date are welcome; prior postdoctoral experience is desirable. We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Hiring Institution: NTU