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Robert Garlick is a Researcher in the Economics Department at Duke University, affiliated with Trinity College of Arts & Sciences. He served as Assistant Professor of Economics at Duke from 2014–2024 and previously held roles at the World Bank's Development Research Group. Garlick holds a PhD in Economics and Public Policy from the University of Michigan, with prior studies in economics, mathematics, and philosophy at the University of Cape Town. His research focuses on labor markets in developing economies, particularly search frictions, human capital, and policy impacts. He explores topics like cash transfer efficiency, gender labor supply dynamics, and skill mismatch using experimental and quasi-experimental methods.
His work spans global regions including Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa. Garlick has secured grants from institutions like the National Science Foundation and the London School of Economics, investigating issues such as job search barriers, digital labor platforms, and misreported qualifications in hiring. He teaches advanced courses in development economics and applied microeconomics, emphasizing policy-relevant empirical analysis.
Key grants include studies on gendered job search (2024–2026), digital service export jobs in Kenya (2023–2025), and labor market frictions in Pakistan. His research often bridges theoretical models with field experiments, contributing to policy frameworks for poverty reduction and labor market efficiency.
