Catherine Van Der List

Dr. Catherine Van Der List is a Lecturer in Economics at the University of Essex, holding a PhD from the University of British Columbia (2023). Her research focuses on Labor, Urban, and Public Economics, examining topics such as establishment location decisions, labor market dynamics, and the impact of economic cycles and weather on employment patterns. She contributes to policy-relevant analyses through her work on involuntary part-time employment and spatial economic factors.

Education: PhD in Economics (University of British Columbia, 2023).

Research Interests: Dr. Van Der List explores how taxes, monopsony, and productivity shape business location choices. She investigates cyclical and market-driven factors affecting involuntary part-time employment, as well as the role of environmental conditions like weather in labor market outcomes. Her work bridges theoretical economic models with real-world policy implications in urban and public sectors.

Advising & Grants: While specific student advisees or grant details are not listed here, her research aligns with broader initiatives in labor and urban economics.

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