Associate Professor of Finance at the National University of Singapore
Hong Kong
Joined March 2009
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Alminas Zaldokas retweeted
🚨🎺 JOB OPPORTUNITY - RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Along with a few colleagues at @Columbia_Biz I'm looking for a new *full-time* Research Assistant starting Summer 2027.
Come work for me! Build research experience, work with CBS's world-class faculty, prepare to apply to PhD.
You can find the announcement on @Interfolio and (in a few days) on the @nberpubs website
#econtwitter #fintwitter
Great news from Shanghai Advanced Institute of Finance (SAIF) Conference that our paper `New Products' (with @BPellegrino_CBS and Abhiroop Mukherjee) was recognized with Best Paper Award in Corporate Finance! Thank you to the organizers!
Woke up to the delighting news from my coauthor on the other side of the world Abhiroop Mukherjee, that our paper "New Products" (with @Alminas Zaldokas) won Best Paper Award at SAIF 2026. Thanks to the organizers, and props to Abhiroop for a great presentation!
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Alminas Zaldokas retweeted
How does bid-rigging impact public procurement? 🏗️ Read the new thought leadership brief for "Kamikazes in Public Procurements" (co-authored with @alminas). Grateful to the HKUST Institute for Emerging Market Studies for funding this research! iems.ust.hk/assets/publicati…
Alminas Zaldokas retweeted
I know this question was already asked so many times here, but I am looking for teaching materials to help #Finance or #Economics PhD students use AI techniques for research. Focus: empirical work (data, analysis) and writing (proofreading, etc). Thanks! #PhD #AI #LLM
NUS Finance Department invites to apply for our fully-funded PhD in Finance program. Learn more about the program and application details here: ssrn.com/index.cfm/en/janda/…
We'd also like to invite prospective students to a "townhall Q&A" session: we will share more about @NUSBizSchool, our Finance Department, and the PhD journey. Current PhD students will be present to share their experiences. Join on Dec 1, 4pm SG time at: nus-sg.zoom.us/j/87086815814…
For anyone tracking global academic recruitment trends: compared to recent years NUS Finance has received 50% more tenure-track applications this year
When rating procurement markets across European countries, we find that Ukraine is generally comparable to EU, except for construction and roads.
Working Paper No. 12: "Rating Government Procurement Markers”
This paper develops a transparent framework to examine procurement markets, and applies it to compare Ukraine against EU states.
Authors: Tatyana Deryugina, @alminas , @AnastassiaFedyk, Yuriy Gorodnichenko, @hodsonlabs, and @IlonaSologoub
Read: econ4ua.org/wp-content/uploa…
Submit Research: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…
Two talks in Asia-Pacific Online Workshop tomorrow! For schedule and link: acfow.com
HEC-HKUST Workshop on Impact and Sustainable Finance, held simultaneously on two campuses with alternating presenters and discussants, is starting now! Check out the program and join online if interested!
sites.google.com/view/hec-hk…
Alminas Zaldokas retweeted
The Finance Department of NUS Business School is hiring at all levels.
Amazing department, competitive salaries, low taxes, unbeatable research funding. Singapore is beautiful, safe, open, and issues visas (for $80) in a matter of hours.
Join us: ssrn.com/index.cfm/en/janda/…
Alminas Zaldokas retweeted
We are hiring in Singapore! Finance faculty positions at the junior & senior levels! Come and work with us: amazing department, city, compensation package, and more importantly - stable politics/economy
ssrn.com/index.cfm/en/janda/…
Alminas Zaldokas retweeted
💡Quick announcement
I am excited to be spending the next eight weeks as a Visiting Scholar at Harvard Business School (Finance Unit). If you are in Boston and interested in meeting up, feel free to reach out.
Alminas Zaldokas retweeted
Baltic Economic Conference 2025 starting with the introductions, @luigiguiso's keynote address, and catching up over coffee!
Alminas Zaldokas retweeted
We are looking for 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭-𝐝𝐨𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 with a solid background in finance or economics, strong AI/ML skills, and a genuine interest in climate change, automotive, defense or deep technology. Join the Centre for European Transformation—a partnership between Frankfurt School of Finance & Management School and DWS Group—where you will work alongside leading academic and policy scholars.
In this role, you will:
✅ Investigate what drives successful transformation
✅ Develop models for the optimal blend of public and private financing to support Europe’s major transitions
✅ Provide insights that help policymakers and businesses navigate future funding challenges
You have (or are about to complete) a PhD in Finance or Economics, hands-on experience with AI/ML methods, and a curiosity about how to finance the shift to a low-carbon, high-tech economy.
The position is based in Frankfurt, one of Europe’s foremost financial centres. To apply, please use the following link (apply.interfolio.com/168836) and upload the usual material (CV, a brief research overview, a sample of your work, two reference letters). Please direct questions to Sascha Steffen at [email protected].
🫵 We look forward to hearing how you can help drive Europe’s next phase of growth.
👇 There is more information about our Centre and work in the comment section below.
#Transformation #Europe #PostDoc #Research #Climate #Defense #Automotive #DeepTech
Alminas Zaldokas retweeted
[ HKUST Opens Doors to Harvard Students Amid Global Academic Shifts ]
In light of global academic shifts, HKUST is extending an open invitation to international students currently enrolled at, or holding confirmed offers from, Harvard University to continue their academic journey with us. This initiative comes in response to evolving global academic landscapes and reinforces HKUST’s commitment to fostering a diverse, world-class learning environment.
Inquiries or expression of interests from Harvard students can be directed to [email protected], where a dedicated team is ready to provide guidance and assistance throughout the process.
As a leading international institution ranked among the top universities globally, HKUST is extending this opportunity to ensure talented students can pursue their educational goals without disruption. The university will provide unconditional offers, streamlined admission procedures, and academic support to facilitate a seamless transition for interested students.
Discover more: hkust.edu.hk/news/hkust-open…
#HKUST #HigherEducation #GlobalEducation #Harvard #AcademicExcellence #StudyInHongKong #AI #Innovation #InternationalStudents #TransferOpportunity
Alminas Zaldokas retweeted
That was quick, Hong Kong Uni of Science and Technology says it will expedite admissions and provide visa and housing support to students currently enrolled at Harvard as well as those holding confirmed offers in wake of Trump admin's announcement barring international students:
As the program chair, I am very excited about all the amazing research papers we will see at the Baltic Economic Conference this year:
drive.google.com/file/d/1SD4…
Thank you to the authors for over 140 submissions and to the excellent program committee for helping to find the balance across topics, methodologies, and geographies!
See you in Vilnius on Jun 26-27!
conf2025.balticecon.org/