He is an economist by training with primary fields in development economics and monetary theory and secondary field public choice. He has extensive research experience especially in development microeconomics, political economy, and trade. He has conducted field researches and large-survey analysis in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Nepal with substantial experience in working with government and international agencies. Currently, the research topics are on political connections in developing countries and poverty.

Education

• Ph.D. in Economics, George Mason University (expected 2016)
• MSc in Development Economics, SOAS, University of London (2002)
• Sarjana Ekonomi (BA in Economics), University of Indonesia (1999)

Employment

• University Lecturer, Leiden University (2015 – present)
• Research Fellow, Harvard Kennedy School (2011-2013)
• Graduate Lecturer, George Mason University (2010)
• Short-term Consultants, The World Bank (2008-2014)

Teaching

• Economies of South and Southeast Asia
• Principles of Economics
• Macroeconomics for undergraduates

Summer Academy Urban Transitions, The first event – a master class/summer academy is jointly organized by Leiden University, the University of Indonesia (Jakarta), and Gadjah Mada University (Yogyakarta). It brings together scientists and scholars from the faculties of medicine, humanities, social sciences, and environmental sciences to formulate interdisciplinary approaches to tackling a complex Indonesian and global challenge.

If you are not affiliated to Leiden University or University of Indonesia or Gadjah Mada University, but you are interested to join the academy, please contact us at info@universiteitleiden.id