Emeka Ndaguba

Development economist and interdisciplinary researcher with over a decade of experience analyzing global development issues, economic policy, inequality, and institutional governance. Extensive background in evaluating economic reasoning, reviewing scholarly arguments, and synthesizing complex research evidence across multiple economic domains. Experienced in systematic literature analysis, structured reasoning evaluation, and data interpretation across development economics, tourism economics, public policy, and institutional analysis.

Proven ability to critically assess written economic explanations and provide structured feedback that improves analytical accuracy and contextual depth. Skilled at working independently in research-driven environments that require precision, clarity of thought, and rigorous analytical judgment. Particularly interested in contributing to the development and validation of artificial intelligence systems trained in economic knowledge.

Senior Postdoctoral Scholar at University of South Africa (UNISA) (2020-08 – Present)

Provide analytical review and evaluation of economic arguments and policy frameworks used in academic research and development studies.

• Review complex economic arguments and validate reasoning structures
• Evaluate theoretical models used in development and institutional economics
• Provide structured feedback improving analytical clarity and methodological rigor
• Assess empirical evidence used to support economic claims
• Interpret quantitative and qualitative datasets for policy relevance

Research Assistant / Independent Research and Policy Analysis at Edith Cowan University (2018-09 – 2026-02)

Conduct interdisciplinary research examining development dynamics, inequality, institutional governance, and regional economic transformation.

• Conduct systematic reviews of economic research across large academic datasets
• Evaluate economic reasoning and methodological validity in scholarly research
• Assess policy narratives and theoretical frameworks used in development studies
• Interpret economic data related to economic growth, housing, inequality, digital innovation, tourism economies, and regional development
• Produce research outputs integrating economic theory with real-world development contexts

Research Associate at IDAM, University of Free State, Nelson Mandela University (2015-06 – 2023-12)

Delivered undergraduate and postgraduate instruction in public policy, governance, development studies, and research methods.

• Evaluate written economic reasoning and analytical arguments
• Guide students in interpreting economic theories and development frameworks
• Assess research methodologies and empirical analysis
• Supervise policy-oriented research addressing development challenges

PhD in Business – Edith Cowan University (2024)

PhD in Public Administration – North-West University (2019)

Master's degree – University of Fort Hare (2016)

Certificate – Kennesaw State University (2026)