Postdoctoral Associate - Economics; Firm Dynamics and Growth - Abu

Position Overview

New York University Abu Dhabi invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in the Division of Social Science with a research focus on firm dynamics, structural transformation, economic growth, and spatial economics. This three-year appointment will begin on September 1, 2026, subject to final budget approval and UAE visa acquisition. The role is designed for high-caliber researchers seeking to advance independent and collaborative research in development and growth economics within a global research university.

• Country: UAE
• City:
  Abu Dhabi
• Industry: Higher Education
• Function:
  Research
• Salary:  monthly (Market estimated)
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality:
  Any
• Job Type: Full-time

• Conduct independent research in firm dynamics, economic growth, and structural transformation
• Collaborate with faculty on research projects involving firm-level supply chains and business networks
• Design and implement surveys in low-income and developing country environments
• Work with existing firm-level, survey, and administrative datasets
• Apply empirical and theoretical models of firm dynamics and structural change
• Analyze policy spillovers using spatial and network-based economic frameworks
• Prepare research outputs for submission to leading academic journals and conferences
• Contribute to a collaborative and interdisciplinary research culture at NYU Abu Dhabi

• PhD in Economics, completed or near completion
• Strong background in both empirical and theoretical economics
• Expertise in firm dynamics, economic growth, development, or spatial economics
• Advanced coding and data analysis skills
• Experience in survey design and applied economic research
• Strong academic writing and communication skills

• Competitive postdoctoral salary with comprehensive benefits
• Housing, relocation, and family support benefits in Abu Dhabi
• Access to world‑class research facilities and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Opportunity to work within NYU's global academic network

New York University Abu Dhabi is a leading international research university and a core part of NYU's global network spanning six continents. Based in Abu Dhabi, NYU Abu Dhabi brings together scholars and students from over 120 countries, fostering excellence in research, teaching, and knowledge creation across the sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts.