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The IHS – Institute for Advanced Studies in Vienna is a leading non-university research institute that creates empirically based knowledge on significant economic and social challenges of our time. It delivers excellent applied basic research and impartial scientific policy advice, combining economic and social science perspectives. We invite applications for the position of a

Head of Junior Research Group (f/m/d) in Applied Economics

This position enables an outstanding postdoctoral researcher who aspires to a professorship to build an agile research team to independently implement and deepen an agenda on a topic that complements the research areas of the permanent research groups at IHS.

Your Profile

You have completed a doctorate in economics within the last three years, have at least two years of experience as a postdoc and are very well connected in international research. You have proven that you can publish in top-tier journals. Your research program for the junior group is in applied economics. IHS would particularly welcome specialization in the areas of education, migration, inequality and social policy, public finance, macroeconomics, transformative change or health, but is open to other subjects with strong relevance to society and policy. Experience in the acquisition and implementation of third-party funded projects and the ambition to participation in public discourse are desirable. We expect strong team leadership and great commitment to the vibrant academic life at the institute.

Why IHS?

IHS is committed to promoting outstanding emerging scientists for positions in academia and practice. The position as head of a junior research group enables you to concentrate on your research program, offers you independence through an own budget and the support of the members of your team (usually two doctoral students and a postdoc). There are no teaching obligations. Heads of research units benefit from the support of efficient service units. They are offered professional training in management and communication. The duration of junior research groups at IHS is planned to be five to six years. The contract period is initially three years and will be extended after a successful internal evaluation.

The institute offers a certified family-friendly work environment. It has flexible working time arrangements and generous options for mobile working. IHS is an equal opportunities employer. We examine our unconscious biases and take responsibility for the career advancement of women and for creating an inclusive environment that makes every employee and candidate feel welcome.

How to apply?

To apply, please submit a cover letter, CV, job market paper, research statement including an outline of your program for the junior research group, and two letters of reference online via www.econjobmarket.org by December 4, 2024. Only complete applications will be considered. Please contact Holger Bonin (office@ihs.ac.at) who heads the recruitment committee, if you have any questions about the positions.

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