ADBI Recruitment 2026: (Senior) Research Economist

ADBI Recruitment 2026: (Senior) Research Economist

The Asian Development Bank Institute (ADBI), the Tokyo-based think tank of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), is inviting applications for the position of (Senior) Research Economist.

The appointed economist will lead economic research programs, produce and disseminate high-impact policy-oriented research outputs, and provide evidence-based policy advice to middle- and top-level policymakers and government officials across the Asia-Pacific region.

Quick Overview & Key Details

Required Specializations

Candidates must possess specialized expertise in either of the following thematic tracks:

1. Microeconomics & Development Economics:

   • Primary focus on empirical and experimental economics.

   • Demonstrated experience in designing and executing survey-based, experimental, quasi-experimental, or applied econometric research in developing country contexts.

2. Macroeconomics & Financial Economics:

   • Primary focus on open-economy stabilization, international trade, capital flows, and macroeconomic resilience across emerging economies.

Key Responsibilities

• Research Leadership: Lead the implementation of the department’s economic research agenda under the supervision of the Vice-Chair of Research.

• Knowledge Creation & Dissemination: Regularly publish high-quality research in peer-reviewed field-specific and economics journals, policy briefs, working papers, and edited volumes.

• Policy Advisory: Formulate actionable, evidence-based policy recommendations for senior government officials and institutional stakeholders in ADB developing member countries (DMCs).

• Conferences & Capacity Building: Coordinate multi-disciplinary, cross-cultural research teams and lead ADBI workshops, high-level policy dialogues, and academic conferences.

Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications

• Education: A Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in Economics from a recognized university.

• Professional Experience:

  • Research Economist (Level D): Minimum 7–8 years of relevant professional and post-Ph.D. research experience.

  • Senior Research Economist (Level C): Minimum 10–12 years of relevant professional experience with proven research leadership.

• Publication Track Record: Proven record of peer-reviewed journal publications, monographs, and policy reports addressing development challenges in emerging and developing economies.

• Analytical Skills: Advanced mastery of econometrics, statistical modeling, and applied quantitative analysis.

• Communication & Engagement: Excellent written and spoken English skills, with the ability to translate technical econometric findings into accessible policy insights. Prior experience in an international think tank, research institute, or multilateral development bank is preferred.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official ADBI vacancy announcement via the direct application link: https://www.adb.org/adbi/about/opportunities/senior-research-economist-september-2026

2. Prepare your updated curriculum vitae, a list of publications, and a cover letter detailing your research alignment with ADBI's focus areas.

3. Complete and submit the online application dossier on or before 30 September 2026.