approved EB-2 (NIW)

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Applied Microeconomics · Bangladesh · 2023-02-18

Processing Time
13 days
Decision Date
2023-02-18
Location
Georgia
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to investigate applied microeconomics issues, specifically health-related phenomena and pandemics like COVID-19, through a multi-disciplinary perspective using data analysis and empirical skills. His work also focuses on providing practical solutions for real-world problems related to non-economic phenomena and informing sound foreign direct investment (FDI) decisions.

Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met
1 Substantial Merit and National Importance Met

The endeavor addresses critical health-related issues and informs foreign direct investment strategies, which are of evident importance to the U.S.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has 14 years of experience, a significant publication record with 225 citations, and has served as a consultant for major international financial institutions.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, the petitioner's expertise and the economic significance of his research make it beneficial for the U.S. to waive the labor certification requirement.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's 14 years of research experience, 17 peer-reviewed journal articles, and 2 books which garnered 225 citations. His professional standing was further evidenced by 4 expert recommendation letters and his history as a consultant for the World Bank and Asian Development Bank, satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Dependent
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Outcome approved
Processing 13 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 4

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