I am a Ph.D. Candidate of Economics (ABD) at Fordham University. I hold an M.A. in Applied Economics from the University of Massachusetts Boston and a B.A. in Economics from North South University.  I am on the 2025-2026 job market. 
My research interests include Applied Microeconomics, Development Economics, and the Economics of Education, with additional engagement in Macroeconomic topics. My job market paper presents a Randomized Controlled Trial at the intersection of educational and behavioral economics. 
I have taught and conducted research at Fordham University, the University of Massachusetts Boston, the National University of Singapore, and North South University. Beyond academia, I have managed donor-funded projects, contributing to project design, implementation, research, and donor reporting. My professional experience includes roles with organizations such as Cultivating New Frontiers in Agriculture, The Fred Hollows Foundation, and The Right Kind.
For more details, see my CV. I can be reached at ridwan@fordham.edu.