About
Dr. Matloob Piracha is a Senior Lecturer in Economics at the University of Kent's School of Economics, where he also serves as Director of Studies for Stage 3. He holds a BSc in Electrical Engineering and MA from Ohio University, and a PhD from the University of Exeter. His research focuses on international trade dynamics and migration economics, particularly examining labor market impacts in both Eastern and Western Europe.
Research interests center on strategic trade policy under asymmetric information, foreign direct investment effects on trade and migration, and remittance behaviors. His work analyzes policy implications for European migration frameworks and economic development in transition economies.
Publications demonstrate consistent focus on migration outcomes and labor economics, with recent work exploring vocational education returns and immigrant assimilation patterns. Research employs empirical methods to examine how skill development and social integration affect economic mobility.
Supervision includes 8 completed PhD students working on migration, remittances, and labor economics. Current PhD candidates examine nutrition transitions and developmental impacts of migration policies.
As Director of the Global Labor Organization (GLO), he coordinates international research initiatives on labor market dynamics and policy evaluation.
