Center for Effective Global Action

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Description
The Center for Effective Global Action (CEGA), headquartered at the University of California, Berkeley, seeks an outstanding Postdoctoral Scholar (postdoc) to support research projects in development economics in Kenya. The primary goal of this agenda is to assess the longer-term impact of interventions for poverty alleviation and to use data collected as part of these studies in creative ways to further scientific knowledge. The studies seek to publish credible, rigorous research findings in leading academic journals, and create actionable evidence for policymakers.

This will include the Kenya Life Panel Study—a series of evaluations exploring the health, educational, and economic impacts of mass school-based deworming interventions in rural Kenya. The postdoc will report to CEGA’s co-Faculty Director Edward Miguel, and collaborate closely with CEGA Staff Scientist Michael Walker. There will be opportunities to assist with other Kenya-based projects of Professor Miguel and Dr. Walker.

Required Qualifications
A PhD in Economics, Statistics, Public Health, Political Science, or a related field at the time of starting the position.

Appointment Duration, Salary, and Benefits
This is a two-year full-time position with the possibility of extension pending funding. Starting annual salary is set at $90,000 and standard UC Berkeley postdoc benefits will be provided.