Jakub Madej
About Jakub Madej
Jakub Madej is a research assistant at Yale University, currently working with Robert Shiller and Ted Snyder. He has a background in economics and has contributed to research on historical narratives related to the Great Depression.
Work at Yale University
Jakub Madej has been employed at Yale University since 2017, where he currently serves as a Research Assistant for Robert Shiller and Ted Snyder. His tenure at Yale includes a previous position as a Research Assistant for Christopher Miller from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, he held the role of Herbert Scarf Fellow for two months in 2017. Over the years, he has contributed to various research projects and initiatives within the university, particularly in the field of economics.
Education and Expertise
Jakub Madej is pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics at Yale University, a program he has been enrolled in since 2016 and is expected to complete in 2032. He also studied at Dulwich College, where he focused on Economics, Spanish, Russian, and French, achieving A-Level qualifications. His educational background is complemented by his high school studies at V LO w Krakowie, where he completed the Polish Matura.
Background
Before his current roles at Yale University, Jakub Madej worked as a Mentor at Fundacja Elab and projectaccess.co from 2016 to 2019 in Warsaw, Poland, and New Haven, Connecticut, respectively. He also served as the Chief Optimism Officer at Lagunita Education for ten months in 2019. His diverse experiences in mentoring and educational roles have contributed to his professional development in the field of economics.
Research Contributions
Jakub Madej has engaged in research focusing on historical narratives related to the Great Depression, contributing to the study of 'Narrative Economics.' His work includes providing assistance with book editing in the field of modern economic history, showcasing his commitment to advancing knowledge in economics through research and editorial support.