In today’s post, I share my advice for writing economic research papers, especially the so-called “job market papers” that students write at the end of their PhD studies. Good communication matters, and it’s a skill that everyone can learn.
See my video and slides. These are tips that I have collected during my twenty years in economics—from research assistant to researcher and economic policy advisor.
In the past two job market cycles, I have reviewed over 40 job market papers in macroeconomics. My favorite mentoring project! I also have also held two writing workshops for students. This advice is the best advice I have. Others may have different advice. Please add suggestions or further questions in the comment section.
We all stand on the shoulders of giants. I learned much about good communication of research from Greg Mankiw, Matthew Shapiro, David Card, Jon Schwabish, and several scholars outside economics. Thank you!
Hello - thanks for sharing on a super important topic! I am beginning my phd and would love to look at the slides - but it seems that i cannot open the pdf (tried several applications) since it seems damaged: is there something i am doing wrong? Thanks again and have a very nice end of the year!
One more reason for good writing: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11192-019-03332-4