Nathan Chesterman
About Nathan Chesterman
Nathan Chesterman is an International Research Analyst at Mathematica, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in biodiversity conservation and natural resource governance, with previous roles at the University of Michigan, Environmental Incentives, and the World Bank Group.
Work at Mathematica
Nathan Chesterman has served as an International Research Analyst at Mathematica since 2021. In this role, he has contributed to projects that focus on conserving biodiversity and improving livelihood resilience. His work involves generating and utilizing evidence to inform international development strategies, aligning with Mathematica's mission to provide data-driven insights for policy and program improvement.
Previous Experience
Before joining Mathematica, Nathan Chesterman held several positions that contributed to his expertise in research and analysis. He worked as an Associate at Environmental Incentives, LLC from 2019 to 2021, and as a Research Assistant at Forest Trends Association for a brief period in 2019. Additionally, he served as a Consultant for the World Bank Group in 2016, further enhancing his experience in international development.
Education and Expertise
Nathan Chesterman earned both his Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and Master of Science (M.S.) degrees from the University of Michigan. He completed his B.S. from 2010 to 2014 and his M.S. from 2016 to 2018. His academic background supports his strong focus on establishing equitable natural resource governance and his ability to generate evidence for informing development strategies.
Research Experience at University of Michigan
During his time at the University of Michigan, Nathan Chesterman gained valuable research experience. He worked as an Undergraduate Research Assistant from 2012 to 2014 and later as a Graduate Research Assistant in 2018. These roles allowed him to develop skills in research methodologies and contribute to various academic projects.