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

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 by November 30^th, 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

Founded in 1925, DIW Berlin (the German Institute for Economic Research) is one of the leading economic research institutes in Germany. The Institute analyzes the economic and social aspects of topical issues, formulating and disseminating policy advice based on its research findings. DIW Berlin is part of both the national and international scientific communities, provides research infrastructure to academics all over the world, and promotes the next generation of scientists. A member of the Leibniz Association, DIW Berlin is independent and primarily publicly funded.