Hello, welcome! I am a Ph.D. candidate in economics at American University. My research fields are international trade, development economics, and the political economy of trade policy. My job market paper examines the heterogeneous impact of participating in global value chains on countries’ and industries’ export quality upgrading.

I currently serve as an Adjunct Faculty at American University. In Spring-Summer 2024, I worked as an Economic Affairs Intern for Africa Section, Policy Analysis and Research Branch at UNCTAD. In Summer 2023, I worked as a Research Intern at the International Monetary Fund (IMF), African Department, Regional Studies Division (AFRRS). During the internship, I conducted empirical research with IMF economists on the impact of sub-Saharan African trade with global partners on the region’s economic complexity (work-in-progress).

I have ten years of work experience, having been employed at multiple academic institutions, think tank, non-profit organization, and the due diligence industry in various capacities. I am seeking a full-time position as an assistant professor, economist, or economic consultant. I am available for interviews for the 2024-2025 job market season. Please refer to my CV for more information, and do not hesitate to contact me at ls6953a@american.edu.