I am a Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics in the Department of Economics at Miami University in Ohio. I received my PhD in Economics from Louisiana State University in August 2025.

I specialize in Labor Economics with a particular focus on regional labor market dynamics and the economics of immigration. My research examines how historical ancestry-driven regional shifts and contemporary immigration policies affect workers, industries, and firms across local economies. I integrate applied microeconometric methods with survey, administrative, and proprietary data to deepen our understanding of local labor market adjustment and inform policymaking.

Recipient of the Excellence in Teaching Award, Department of Economics, LSU (2024).

I am on the 2025-2026 job market.

Contact Information

Work Email: zeynalm@miamioh.edu

Personal Email: muradzeynalli5@gmail.com