I hold a Ph.D. in Political Science from Temple University, where I specialized in comparative politics and international relations, with a regional emphasis on Latin America. I also earned an M.A. in Political Science from Temple and a B.A. in Political Science from the Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú.
My research explores the political determinants of public sector human capital in developing countries—particularly how political instability, executive corruption, ideologies, and socio-political identities shape the recruitment and retention of tertiary-educated professionals for elected and non-elected positions. I employ a mixed-methods approach that combines observational analysis and experimental research.
I have taught courses at both public and private universities in the United States and Latin America.