Hossein Jalili Bolhassani
Burnaby,BC
Summary
Research professional with track record of supporting academic projects through meticulous data collection and analysis. Proven ability to work collaboratively in team settings to achieve research goals and adapt to evolving project requirements. Expertise in utilizing statistical software and maintaining accurate documentation.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, BC
09.2025 - Current
- Conduct empirical analysis using Stata, R, and Python
- Assisted in data collection and analysis using statistical software for research studies.
- Assist with literature reviews, econometric modeling, and empirical research design
- Clean, merge, and analyze large-scale datasets for applied economic research
Teaching Assistant
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, BC
09.2023 - Current
- Conducted tutorial sessions for enhancing the academic development of a diverse cohort exceeding 100 students.
- Strengthened communication skills and attention to detail by effectively addressing and troubleshooting challenges encountered by first-year students within the courses.
Featured Columnist
Donyaye Eghtesad
Iran
09.2018 - Current
- Write analytical articles on Iranian and global economic issues
- Conduct policy-oriented research on macroeconomic trends and economic reforms
- Collaborate with editorial teams to produce data-informed economic commentary
Policy Analyst & Data Analyst
Tehran Economic Policy Think Tank
Tehran, Iran
06.2019 - 07.2023
- Produced empirical policy analysis on taxation, subsidies, and labor market reforms using R and Python
- Constructed and managed large economic datasets for policy evaluation and quantitative analysis
- Developed dashboards, visualizations, and analytical reports for policymakers and stakeholders
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams on economic policy assessments and reform proposals
- Applied econometric and statistical methods to evaluate public policy outcomes and economic trends
Education
PhD - Economics
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, BC08-2028
M.A. - Economics
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, BC08-2024
M.A. - Economics
University of Tehran
Iran02-2019
B.S. - Aerospace Engineering
Sharif University of Technology
Iran09-2016
Skills
- Programming & Statistical Software: Python, R, Stata, SQL
- Data Visualization & Productivity Tools: Power BI, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, LaTeX
- Econometrics & Quantitative Methods: Difference-in-Differences (DiD), Instrumental Variables (IV), Regression Discontinuity Design (RDD), Panel Data Analysis, Fixed Effects Models, Event Studies, Time Series Analysis, Maximum Likelihood Estimation (MLE), Probit/Logit Models, OLS, GLS
Languages
English
Full Professional
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
Publications & Research
Working Papers:
- Distributional Effects of Tariffs on Canadian Households
- Labor Supply Responses to the 2022 Preferential Exchange Rate Removal in Iran: Evidence from a Difference-in-Differences Design
Publications (In Persian)
- Optimal Money Supply Growth in Iran’s Sixth Development Plan (2018)
- The Impact of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) on Iran’s Economic Growth (2018)
- Economic Pricing of Water in the Agricultural Sector Using the Ramsey Pricing Method (2019)
- Determinants of the Exchange Rate in Iran with Emphasis on the Role of Economic Sanctions (2019)
- An Assessment of Explicit and Implicit Subsidies in the Islamic Republic of Iran: Economic and Security Dimensions (2022)
- Developing an Evaluation Model for Targeted Subsidy Programs Based on the Resistance Economy Framework (2022)
Certification
- Business Analytics with Excel: Elementary to Advanced | Coursera | 2023
- Data Analysis with R Programming | Coursera | 2023
Research Interests
Labor Economics, Public Economics, Applied Econometrics, Development Economics
Honors & Awards
- Best performance, PhD Comprehensive Exam | Department of Economics, SFU | Jul 2025
- Ranked 4th nationwide, Iranian National Scientific Olympiad, Economics | 2016
- Ranked 8th nationwide, National Entrance Examination for M.A. in Economics | 2016
- Ranked 228th nationwide, National University Entrance Exam (Mathematics & Physics) | 2012
Timeline
Research Assistant
Simon Fraser University
09.2025 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Simon Fraser University
09.2023 - Current
Policy Analyst & Data Analyst
Tehran Economic Policy Think Tank
06.2019 - 07.2023
Featured Columnist
Donyaye Eghtesad
09.2018 - Current
B.S. - Aerospace Engineering
Sharif University of Technology
M.A. - Economics
University of Tehran
M.A. - Economics
Simon Fraser University
PhD - Economics
Simon Fraser University