EconJobMarket®

Advertiser: DIW, German Institute for Economic Research (DIW)

Field(s) of specialization: Labor; Demographic Economics - Law and Economics

Position type(s): Postdoctoral Scholar

Location of job: Mohrenstraße 58, DIW Berlin, Berlin, 10117, Germany

Degree required: Doctorate

Job start date: Flexible

Job duration: 6 years

Letters of reference required: 3

Application deadline: 30 Nov 2024 midnight UTC (accepting applications)

Posting end date: 30 Nov 2024

Interviews: Interviews will be conducted remotely by video starting December, 2024.

Ad text:

The Applied Microeconomics Department at the DIW Berlin focuses on the economics of crime, labor, and inequality. The department analyzes the effects of labor market, social, and economic policy on the decisions and behavior of individuals and households. Research in the department is particularly concerned with aspects related to the economic causes and consequences of crime, as well as the potential interactions between crime on the one hand and equal opportunities and distributional issues on the other. The focus lies on microeconomic, empirical research that contributes to an evidence-based discourse.

Starting as soon as possible, the DIW Berlin is looking for a

Postdoc (F/M/X)

(Full time/39 hours per week)

This position is suitable for furthering scientific training according to Section 2, paragraph 1 of the Act on Fixed-Term Employment Contracts in Academic (WissZeitVG).

Your responsibilities:

• Innovative research in applied microeconomics, especially economics of crime, labor and inequality
• Publication of research articles in leading international journals
• Presentation of research papers at international and national conferences and workshops
• Further knowledge transfer through policy-relevant publication formats
• Active participation in the department’s research and policy analysis environment
• Collaboration with other members of the Applied Microeconomics Department and the DIW Berlin, as well as national and international cooperation partners

Your qualifications:

• Candidates are expected to hold a PhD in economics or related fields or be close to completion of their PhD
• Strong background in applied microeconomics, with research experience or interest in the economics of crime, labor and/or inequality
• Excellent knowledge of contemporary micro-econometric methods and empirical research
• Experience working with large datasets and administrative data (experience in collecting data from public agencies and institutions is welcomed)
• Excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English (knowledge of German is not necessary but welcomed)
• Interest in policy-relevant research and teamwork, with the potential to contribute substantially to research and policy analysis

What we offer:

A job at a research institute with around 300 colleagues, where diversity, equal opportunities, and a healthy work-life balance guide all areas of work. Flexible work schedules tailored to your needs as well as remote work are key parts of our work culture.

An exciting and varied job where you will gain deep insights into a research institute as well as national and international science systems. At DIW Berlin, you will have the perfect opportunity to gain further subject-specific training at an institute where science and politics intersect.

DIW Berlin supports your professional and personal qualification and advancement via internal and external career development opportunities and annual performance reviews.

You are paid according to the collective agreement for the public sector (Tarifvertrag des öffentlichen Dienstes, TVöD Bund), which includes an annual bonus as well as a company pension with VBL Ost.

The office is located in the middle of Berlin-Mitte convenient to public transportation. As a DIW Berlin employee, you are eligible for a reduced VBB-Firmenticket that is partially subsidized.

The position is initially limited to a period of 6 years. A tenure-track is an option. Remuneration is paid according to TVöD Bund, salary group E14.

Application and information:

We value diversity and welcome all applications regardless of gender, disability, nationality, or ethnic or social origin. If you’re interested in the position, we are excited to hear from you!

Please apply online

DIW Berlin: Postdoc (F/M/X) in the Applied Microeconomics department

by November 30th, 2024 quoting the reference number MIK-2-24 and including a cover letter, CV, a copy of your job market paper, a research statement, copies of degree certificates and two reference letters. Please do not include a photo. If you have any questions about the online application, contact recruiting@diw.de.

First round interviews will be conducted online in coordination with the European Job Market for Economists between December 16 and December 19, 2024.

You can find more information about DIW Berlin on our website, www.diw.de. Please contact Prof. Anna Bindler (abindler@diw.de) for more information on the specific tasks and responsibilities of this position.

DIW Berlin (German Institute for Economic Research) has been one of Germany’s leading economic research institutes since 1925. It analyzes economic and social scientific relationships in societally relevant research areas and uses the findings to provide advice to policymakers and society at large. DIW Berlin is a part of national and international networks, provides research infrastructure that is used worldwide, and supports young researchers in their careers. DIW Berlin is independent and, as a member of the Leibniz Association, is financed primarily by public funds.