Jan David Bakker

Jan David Bakker is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at Bocconi University and a Research Associate at the Centre for Economic Performance (CEP) and the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS). His research focuses on international economics, urban economics, and the regional impacts of global trade policies. He teaches courses on International Trade, Globalization, and International Economics at Bocconi.

• Education:
  • PhD in Economics from the University of Oxford
  • Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship at University College London (UCL)

His work explores the effects of trade policies on regional inequality and supply chains, as evidenced by his 2019 WTO Essay Award-winning research on 'International Trade and Regional Inequality.' He has also contributed to European Central Bank projects and consulted on Brexit's economic implications.

• Awards:
  • WTO Essay Award for Young Economists (2019)

Professional activities include affiliations with CEP and IFS, alongside teaching responsibilities in international economics disciplines.