Work with thought leaders and academic experts in immigration

Companies can benefit from working with academic researchers in the field of immigration in several ways. Firstly, researchers can provide valuable insights and analysis on immigration policies and regulations, helping companies navigate complex legal frameworks. Secondly, they can assist in developing diversity and inclusion strategies, ensuring companies create inclusive workplaces for employees from diverse backgrounds. Additionally, academic researchers can help companies develop global talent strategies, identifying and attracting skilled immigrants who can contribute to the company's growth. By collaborating with immigration academic researchers, companies can gain a competitive edge in the global market.

Researchers on NotedSource with backgrounds in immigration include Dr. Carolyn Chen, Tyler Ransom, Rebecca Perdomo, Tomas Jimenez, Jonathan Rosa, Scott Baker, and Ariel Kalil.

Dr. Carolyn Chen

Berkeley, California, United States of America
28 Years Experience
Scholar of Work, Silicon Valley, Religion, and Race
Education

UC Berkeley

Ph.D., Sociology

Berkeley, California, United States of America
Experience

UC Berkeley

Associate Professor of Ethnic Studies / 2015 — Present

Co-Director, Berkeley Center for the Study of Religion / 2021 — Present

Asian Pacific American Religions Research Initiative

Executive Director / 2022 — Present

Northwestern University

Associate Professor / 2009 — 2015

Director of Asian American Studies / 2011 — 2013

Assistant Professor / 2003 — 2009

Research Expertise (0)
About
My research focuses on work, religion, spirituality, and race in the United States. I've conducted research on tech work culture, religious congregations, and immigrant communities. I've published three books: *Work Pray Code: When Work Becomes Religion in Silicon Valley* (Princeton 2022), *Getting Saved in America: Taiwanese Immigration and Religious Experience* (Princeton 2008) and *Sustaining Faith Traditions: Religion, Race and Ethnicity among the Latino and Asian American Second Generation* (NYU 2012). My writing has appeared in popular publications such as the *New York Times*, *Los Angeles Times*, and *The Atlantic*. And my work has been featured in media outlets such as the National Public Radio and CNN. I am the Co-Director of the UC Berkeley Center for the Study of Religion, and Executive Director of the Asian Pacific American Religions Research Initiative (APARRI), a scholarly community committed to the advancement of public knowledge of Asian Pacific American religions.

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Tyler Ransom

Norman, Oklahoma, United States of America
8 Years Experience
Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Oklahoma
Education

Duke University

PhD, Economics / May, 2015

Durham, North Carolina, United States of America

Brigham Young University

B.A., Economics / May, 2009

Provo, Utah, United States of America
Experience

University of Oklahoma

Assistant Professor / August, 2017 — July, 2022

Associate Professor of Economics / August, 2022 — Present

Duke University

Postdoctoral Associate / July, 2015 — June, 2017

Research Expertise (15)
Economics
Labor Economics
Economics of Education
Urban Economics
Applied Microeconomics
And 10 more
About
Tyler Ransom is an associate professor of economics at the University of Oklahoma. He received his Ph.D. in economics from Duke University in 2015. His research interests include labor economics, economics of education, urban economics, and machine learning applications. He has published papers in leading journals such as the Journal of Labor Economics, the Journal of Human Resources, and the Journal of Econometrics. He is also an associate editor of the Annals of Economics and Statistics and a research affiliate of IZA and GLO. He has taught courses on econometrics, data science, and economics of education at both undergraduate and graduate levels. He has received several awards and fellowships for his research and teaching, such as the OU Dodge Family College of Arts & Sciences Irene Rothbaum Outstanding Assistant Professor Award in 2022. He is proficient in various coding languages such as Matlab, Stata, R, Julia, Bash, Git, and LaTeX. He also has advanced language skills in Japanese.

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Rebecca Perdomo

9 Years Experience
Executive Consultant
Education

University of Georgia

Higher Education Policy / December, 2019

Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Experience

Rutgers University

Senior Research Associate (Research & Insights Lead) / August, 2022 — Present

Lead policy researcher producing briefs and reports touching on topics related to equity in higher education, federal funding, and Hispanic Serving Institutions

Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities

Consultant (2022 – Present) • Director of Policy (2021) • Government Relations Intern (2017) / May, 2017 — Present

Consultant focusing on policy and data analysis relating to Hispanic-Serving Institutions, producing annual suite of advocacy materials promoting HSIs for stakeholders and decision-makers

University of Georgia Carl Vinson Institute of Government

Research Professional (Lead Analyst, Strategic Research) (2024 – Present) • Consultant (2021 – 2023) • Research Assistant (2017 – 2019) / August, 2017 — Present

Lead researcher on grants relating to juvenile justice, return on investment in higher education, juvenile justice and beyond. Engaging in survey writing, report writing and editing, data analysis, and Spanish translations

Research Expertise (12)
Hispanic Serving Institutions
HSIs
higher education
policy
K-12 transitions
And 7 more
About
As a bilingual social scientist with nine years of experience, I am adept at turning complex program and organizational data into clear, actionable insights for decision-makers and educational, government, and non-profit clients. My expertise in quantitative and qualitative research allows me to demonstrate impact by synthesizing data and translating analyses into public-facing deliverables, including reports, dashboards, and strategic presentations. My areas of expertise span higher education policy, Hispanic-Serving Institutions and Minority Serving Institutions, Latino communities, immigration, equity, federal funding and grant programs, early childhood education, juvenile justice, and workforce outcomes. View my portfolio (https://sites.google.com/view/rebeccaperdomophd) for a selection of my reports, policy briefs, media citations, and more.

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Tomas Jimenez

19 Years Experience
Professor of Sociology, Stanford University
Education

Harvard University

PhD, Sociology / March, 2005

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America

Harvard University

A.M., sociology / June, 2001

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America

Santa Clara University

B.S., sociology / June, 1998

Santa Clara, California, United States of America
Experience

Stanford University Stanford Humanities Center

Professor / July, 2019 — Present

Stanford University

Associate Professor / July, 2014 — June, 2019

Assistant Professor / July, 2008 — June, 2014

University of California San Diego

Assistant Professor / July, 2005 — June, 2008

Research Expertise (2)
assimilation
Latinas/os
About
Tomas Jimenez is a sociologist and professor at Stanford University, specializing in identity, immigration and race/ethnicity. He received his PhD in Sociology from Harvard University in 2005, and also holds an A.M. in sociology from Harvard University and a B.S. in sociology from Santa Clara University. He has held academic positions at various universities, including Stanford University, where he is currently a professor at the Stanford Humanities Center. Prior to this, he was an associate professor and assistant professor at Stanford University, as well as an assistant professor at the University of California San Diego. His research focuses on the integration of immigrants and their descendants, particularly in the United States, and how this impacts the dynamics of race and ethnicity. He has published multiple articles and books on this topic and has received numerous awards and honors for his work. He also serves on the editorial board of various academic journals and is a sought-after speaker on issues related to immigration and diversity.

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Jonathan Rosa

Associate Professor at Stanford University
Education

University of Chicago

PhD, Sociocultural and Linguistic Anthropology / 2010

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

University of Chicago

MA, Sociocultural and Linguistic Anthropology / 2006

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

Swarthmore College

BA, Linguistics and Educational Studies / 2003

Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Experience

Stanford University

Associate Professor

Research Expertise (9)
Linguistic Anthropology
Education
Linguistics and Language
Sociology and Political Science
Language and Linguistics
And 4 more
About
Jonathan Rosa is an Associate Professor in the Graduate School of Education at Stanford University, as well as a faculty affiliate in Anthropology and the Center for Comparative Studies in Race and Ethnicity. He studies multilingualism, language ideology, and curriculum, with an emphasis on language education and structural inequality in global contexts. Dr. Rosa received his PhD in Sociocultural and Linguistic Anthropology from the University of Chicago in 2010, his MA in Sociocultural and Linguistic Anthropology, also from the University of Chicago in 2006, and his BA in Linguistics and Educational Studies from Swarthmore College in 2003.

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Scott Baker

9 Years Experience
Professor of Finance - Kellogg School of Management
Education

Stanford University

PhD, Economics / 2014

Stanford, California, United States of America

University of California, Berkeley

BA, Economics / 2007

Berkeley, California, United States of America
Experience

Northwestern University

Professor of Economics / 2014 — Present

Research Expertise (8)
Finance
Household Finance
Public Finance
Macroeconomics
Economics and Econometrics
And 3 more
About
Ryan Baker is a professor of economics at Northwestern University. He received his PhD in economics from Stanford University in 2014 and his BA in economics from the University of California, Berkeley in 2007.

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Ariel Kalil

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
27 Years Experience
University of Chicago Professor and Expert on Childhood Development
Education

University of Michigan–Ann Arbor

PhD, Developmental Psychology / 1996

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States of America

University of Colorado System

MA, Social Psychology / 1993

Boulder, Colorado, United States of America

University of Wisconsin–Madison

BA, Psychology and French Literature / 1991

Madison, Wisconsin, United States of America
Experience

University of Chicago

Daniel Levin Professor in the Harris School of Public Policy Studies and in the College / 2022 — Present

Research Expertise (25)
Sociology and Political Science
Developmental and Educational Psychology
Education
Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health
Life-span and Life-course Studies
And 20 more
About
Ariel D. Kalil is the Daniel Levin Professor of Public Policy Studies at the University of Chicago. She is a faculty research fellow at the National Bureau of Economic Research and a research associate at the Population Studies Center at the University of Michigan. She is also a faculty member in the Harris School of Public Policy Studies and in the College at the University of Chicago. Kalil's research lies at the intersection of child development and public policy. She is particularly interested in the effect of early childhood interventions on health and economic outcomes in adulthood. Her work has been published in leading social science journals, including the American Economic Review, the Quarterly Journal of Economics, and the Journal of Political Economy. Kalil earned her PhD in Developmental Psychology from the University of Michigan–Ann Arbor in 1996, her MA in Social Psychology from the University of Colorado System in 1993, and her BA in Psychology and French Literature from the University of Wisconsin–Madison in 1991.

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Example immigration projects

How can companies collaborate more effectively with researchers, experts, and thought leaders to make progress on immigration?

Immigration Policy Analysis

An academic researcher can analyze immigration policies and their impact on businesses in various industries. This analysis can help companies understand the potential challenges and opportunities related to immigration and develop strategies to mitigate risks and leverage opportunities.

Diversity and Inclusion Assessment

An academic researcher can conduct a comprehensive assessment of a company's diversity and inclusion practices, including the representation of immigrants in the workforce. Based on the findings, the researcher can provide recommendations to improve diversity and create an inclusive work environment.

Global Talent Acquisition Strategy

An academic researcher can assist companies in developing a global talent acquisition strategy that focuses on attracting skilled immigrants. This strategy can involve identifying countries with talent pools that align with the company's needs, creating partnerships with immigration agencies, and implementing effective recruitment and onboarding processes.

Immigration Compliance Audit

An academic researcher can conduct an audit of a company's immigration compliance practices, ensuring adherence to relevant laws and regulations. This audit can help companies identify any potential compliance gaps and develop strategies to mitigate risks and maintain legal compliance.

Research on Economic Impact of Immigration

An academic researcher can conduct research on the economic impact of immigration on a specific industry or region. This research can provide valuable insights into the contributions of immigrants to the economy, helping companies understand the potential benefits of hiring immigrants and advocating for immigration-friendly policies.