Nikhil Masters 

I am a Lecturer in Economics at the University of Essex. My research is in behavioural economics with a focus on integrating interdisciplinary insights to better understand human decision-making.  

I use a broad portfolio of empirical research methods, often combining experiments  (lab and field) with microeconometric techniques to investigate causal mechanisms. 

My research interests are at the intersection of economics and psychology. Specific areas include emotions and economic decision-making, the relationship between pain perception and pro-social behaviour, and the Behavioural Economics of Music (BEM) - a new interdisciplinary research programme that combines economics and music psychology, solving real-world challenges related to the music industry. 

I am on the 2024/25 job market. Link to my CV and job market paper.