I learned about SMERU from several professors in my class when I was doing my master's degree in Australia. The professors said that SMERU is a leading research institution in poverty reduction and economic development. Based on my professors' recommendation, I applied for a post at SMERU in the hope of becoming part of a leading research group in economics.
SMERU is the best place to learn and improve skills in conducting research and data analysis. SMERU provides an opportunity for all researchers, regardless of their level, to lead a study. This makes our learning curve shoot higher because we can directly learn from practices and experience. In addition, the supervisors and colleagues at SMERU are open to new ideas and are always keen on sharing their knowledge. It was this collaborative and supportive environment that made me finally realize that my skills progressed a lot compared to the time I started working there.
