Junia Barbosa

Experience

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  Fapesb

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2016

  Researcher

  - Conducted data analysis and authored technical reports to assess the feasibility and sustainability of public transport policies, providing evidence-based recommendations on urban mobility.

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  Bahiagás - Companhia de Gás da Bahia

  Aug 2016 - Jun 2017

  Intern

  - Responsible for processing payments to suppliers, maintaining financial spreadsheets, and preparing technical reports to support internal operations. - Collaborated with the technology team to develop a new payment system, offering financial management insights to improve operational workflows

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  Tribunal de Contas do Estado da Bahia

  Jul 2017 - Dec 2018

  Intern

  - Supported the “Educação é da Nossa Conta” project by constructing a comprehensive database of educational indicators to monitor Bahia's performance- Authored technical reports tracking Bahia's progress toward the goals set by the National Education Plan (PNE) and the State Education Plan (PEE), with comparative analysis across other Northeastern states.

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  Universidade Federal de Pernambuco

  Jan 2021 - Jan 2023

  My master's thesis examines the causal effect of the Rede Cegonha program using a novel quasi-experimental method known as differences-in-differences with multiple periods, supported by extensive administrative datasets. This research was accepted and presented at EBE 2023 and LACEA-LAMES 2024, two prominent econometrics conferences in Brazil and Latin America. - Econometrics I (Graduate level)- Supported students with applied problem sets using R, clarified theoretical concepts, and assisted in grading and tutoring sessions.

  • Graduate Student

    Mar 2020 - Jan 2023

  • Teaching Assistant

    Jan 2021 - Jan 2022
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  Stanford University Graduate School of Education

  Mar 2023 - Mar 2024

  Research Assistant

  - Contributed to the creation and implementation of Brazil's first longitudinal educational data sample, including georeferencing schools, designing the sampling framework, applying stratification, and developing comprehensive questionnaires- Designed interactive data visualization panels, conducted in-depth data analyses, and authored technical notes for stakeholders, ensuring transparent communication of results and technical viability at every stage.- Delivered classes on causal inference to postgraduate economics students and data analysis to undergraduate researchers, equipping them with advanced practical methodologies for applied research.- Conducted studies on the impact of public policies on learning recovery post-COVID-19, utilizing quasi-experimental methods to evaluate policy effectiveness and inform evidence-based improvements. Show less

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  The World Bank

  Mar 2024 - now

  Consultant

  - Consultant at the Poverty and Equity Global Practice (Brazil Unit), focusing on survey design and the implementation of advanced sampling strategies for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) involving multiple treatment arms.- Designed and refined quantitative and qualitative survey instruments, ensured data quality through targeted analyses, and drafted policy briefs for government stakeholders, IRBs, and the public.

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  Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL)

  Apr 2024 - now

  Policy Associate

  - Provide technical support for designing randomized evaluations in scalable social projects, including the development of indicators and measurement instruments, sample size calculations, randomization strategies, and evidence-based recommendations.- Conduct workshops for local governments and members of civil society organizations involved in public initiatives. The curriculum includes developing indicators, creating instruments to measure complex concepts, defining causal effects, and methods for measuring these effects using quasi-experimental and experimental approaches. Show less