The project aims to provide a quantitative mapping of SDG interlinkages by examining relationships across different time horizons and conditional distributions, benchmarking Lebanon against selected regional and international peers, and translating the empirical findings into high-quality academic publications and policy-oriented outputs. The research is particularly focused on understanding nonlinear, asymmetric, distribution-sensitive, and time–frequency relationships in a crisis-affected economy.
Key methodological focus: Lebanon, Sustainable Development, Wavelet Quantile Modelling, and SDG.
Position Details
Duration: 10 months initially, with the possibility of continuation in the second project year, subject to performance and project needs.
Project Duration:2 years
Start Date: 15th of November, 2026
End Date: 1st of November, 2026
Main Duties and Responsibilities
• Benchmark Lebanon’s SDG interlinkages against selected regional and international economies.
• Interpret econometric results and translate empirical findings into clear economic and sustainable-development implications.
• Assist in preparing policy briefs and other research outputs designed to support integrated and evidence-based SDG policymaking in Lebanon.
Qualifications
• PhD in Economics, Applied Economics, Econometrics, Finance, or a closely related field.
• Strong background in applied economics and quantitative economic research.
Project Leadership
Principal Investigator: Dr. Dervis Kirikkaleli, School of Business, Lebanese American University
Co-Principal Investigator: Dr. Samar Aad, School of Business, Lebanese American University
Application To apply, please send your CV to dervis.kirikkaleli@lau.edu.lb .The application deadline is 1st of November, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
