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The Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research<https://www.demogr.mpg.de/en/>
(MPIDR) is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher to join the research group "Gender
Inequalities and
Fertility<https://www.demogr.mpg.de/en/research_6120/gender_inequalities_and_fertility_10704>",
led by Dr. Nicole Hiekel.
The research group investigates the determinants and consequences of gender inequalities
and their role in explaining fertility behavior and outcomes of family formation and
family enlargement. A particular focus is drawn on contexts of diverse and complex
partnership forms and dynamics.
We welcome applications from researchers with a PhD in demography, sociology or related
disciplines. The successful candidate will develop their own research agenda and
contribute to the successful realization of collaborative projects within the research
group. We are seeking creative, self-driven, and collaborative researchers with remarkable
social and communication skills. Strong quantitative analysis skills and knowledge of the
statistical software packages R or Stata are required. Experience with survey data
analysis on the individual and household level, as well as the analysis of administrative
data using longitudinal data analysis as well as cohort analysis is an advantage.
We provide a stimulating research-oriented community, an excellent infrastructure, and
opportunities to work with exciting datasets. The successful applicant will be offered a
contract for 3 years with the possibility for an extension of 2 more years. Remuneration
commensurate to experience (starting from approx. 57,000 EUR gross per year for
researchers who have just completed their PhD, up to approx. 71,000 EUR gross per year for
more senior scientists), based on the salary structure of the German public sector
(Öffentlicher Dienst, TVöD Bund). It is expected that successful applicants will be in
residence at the MPIDR. Support for relocation costs is available.
Please apply online via this
portal<https://survey.demogr.mpg.de/index.php/438595?lang=en> and include in a
single PDF file:
1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Letter of interest (max. 1 page)
Briefly state why you are interested in joining the MPIDR, how the MPIDR could foster your
professional development and career trajectory, and how your interests fit those of the
Research Group on Gender Inequalities and Fertility.
3. Research Statement (max. 2 pages)
Briefly describe your research accomplishments, as well as ongoing and future research
plans. Describe your technical skills, areas of expertise, as well as the type of advanced
training that you would like to receive as a research scientist.
4. A writing example (e.g., one of your publications)
5. Contact information for up to 2 academic referees
In order to receive full consideration, please apply by September 19. Interviews are
planned for the week from October 24 to 28 and will be held virtually. The exact starting
date is flexible but latest in the first quarter of 2023. Applicants should have completed
their doctoral degree; however, PhD students who expect to obtain their degree in 2022 or
early 2023 may apply.
For inquiries about the position, please contact Nicole Hiekel at
hiekel@demogr.mpg.de<mailto:hiekel@demogr.mpg.de?subject=Postdoctoral%20Researcher%20-%20Inquiry>.
The MPIDR is one of the leading demographic research centers in the world. It is part of
the Max Planck Society<https://www.mpg.de/en>, a network of 86 institutes that form
Germany's premier basic-research organization. Max Planck Institutes have an
established record of world-class, foundational research in the sciences, technology,
social sciences and the humanities. They offer a unique environment that combines the best
aspects of an academic setting and a research laboratory.
The MPIDR is an equal opportunities employer. Our work atmosphere includes respectful
treatment of each other, with gender, nationality, religion, disability, age, cultural
origin, and sexual identity playing no role. We aim to have an institutional culture that
enables everyone to develop their individual skills and competencies.
The Max Planck Society offers a broad range of measures to support the reconciliation of
work and family. These are complemented by the MPIDR's own initiatives. For more
information, see:
demogr.mpg.de/go/work-family.<https://www.demogr.mpg.de/en/career_6122/equal_opportunities_family_support_6678/reconciliation_of_work_and_family_6679>
In addition, there are a range of central initiatives and measures primarily geared
towards helping young female researchers and mothers to advance their career. See the link
below for some examples:
demogr.mpg.de/go/career-development<https://www.demogr.mpg.de/en/career_6122/equal_opportunities_family_support_6678/career_development_6680>.
We value diversity and are keen to employ individuals from minorities and
under-represented groups.
The Max Planck Society is committed to increasing the number of individuals with
disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such qualified
individuals. Furthermore, the Max Planck Society seeks to increase the number of women in
those areas where they are underrepresented and therefore explicitly encourages women to
apply.
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