R sig jobs - Aug 2022 - JOB OPENING: One Post-Doctoral Researcher, Research Group 'Gender Inequalities and Fertility'

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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 (?ffentlicher Dienst,
TV?D 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 at
demogr.mpg.de<mailto:hiekel at
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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