Summary
Maxwell Bullard is an Economics PhD candidate and research scientist with nine years of applied research and teaching experience, specializing in causal inference and policy evaluation for children and families. He combines rigorous econometric training with practical data skills (Stata, Python, SQL) and experience digitizing historical and large administrative datasets to measure long-term program impacts. His dissertation uses natural experiments and field studies to link childhood investments and family background to later outcomes, and he has designed and tested interventions in collaboration with government agencies. Maxwell routinely translates complex findings for technical and non-technical audiences, has led multi-year projects including an NSF-funded study, and brings hands-on instructional experience as an instructor of record. Based in Bryan, Texas, he is available to start in May 2026 and offers a rare blend of policy-focused empirical rigor, practical data engineering, and classroom-tested communication skills.
8 years of coding experience
1 year of employment as a software developer
Master of Science in Applied Economics, Applied Economics, 3.65, Master of Science in Applied Economics, Applied Economics, 3.65 at Marquette University Graduate School of Management
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Economics, 3.5, Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Economics, 3.5 at Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Economics, 3.63, Cum Laude, Bachelor of Science - BS, Economics, 3.63, Cum Laude at Marquette University
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), General Studies, 3.83, Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), General Studies, 3.83 at Johnson County Community College
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