Post-Doctoral Associate / September, 2023 — Present

As a quantitative social scientist, I specialize in researching labor markets and workplace dynamics. My focus includes measuring job quality, exploring ethno-religious disparities, and identifying barriers to employment access. My interdisciplinary scholarship, rooted in political theory, delves into theoretical aspects of Islamophobia, especially in examining employer attitudes towards religious accommodation. Additionally, I study workplace bullying, emphasizing its racial dynamics and impact on employees.

Head of EMIR Commercial & Senior Research Analyst / January, 2017 — June, 2018

The role primarily involved managing the organization and delivery of quarterly MENA business outlook presentations and providing strategic advisory to over 75 regional directors and C-suite executives. Additionally, it encompassed economic and policy analysis, as well as composing, editing, and producing monthly economic reports and ad hoc policy briefs. It also involved managing client relationships.

Senior Research Executive, Strategy & Planning / September, 2015 — December, 2016

This government relations role involved identifying and consulting on strategic opportunities to enhance societal and cross-cultural understanding between the Emirate of Dubai and The People's Republic of China.

Senior Research Executive, Economics & Politics / March, 2015 — August, 2015

I led and participated in the complete lifecycle of a research project, from initial design through execution, analysis, and evaluation. Due to the sensitivity of projects and client confidentiality, I cannot disclose specific topics. Additionally, I effectively managed a team of six research executives, ensuring coordinated efforts and achieving project goals efficiently

Associate / September, 2006 — August, 2013

I led a variety of projects, such as an 8-month initiative focused on expanding the scope of Brazil investments. Additionally, I was responsible for building and managing diverse stakeholder relationships spanning Brazil, Hong Kong, Japan, Luxembourg, and the US. My responsibilities also included delivering market commentary and recommendations on fund rebalancing to investment directors, as well as preparing monthly and quarterly reports.