Postdoctoral Research Fellow (f/m/d) at Leibniz Gemeinschaft

Intro

Das WZB Berlin Social Science Center sucht für seine interdisziplinäre Forschungsabteilung Migration, Integration, Transnationalisierung (MIT) einen Postdoctoral Research Fellow (f/m/d) für eine Vollzeitstelle (39 Stunden pro Woche) von zweieinhalb Jahren.

Tasks

Design and conduct research projects within the UneTra framework and produce high-quality international publications
Active collaboration with project partners at WZB, LIfBi and IAB
(Co-)Preparation of one workshop aimed at international researchers and one conference aimed at the professional public
One or two research stays at the secure data center of the IAB in Nürnberg to conduct analyses with restricted access register data

Requirements

Ph.D. degree in sociology, political science, economics or related disciplines (obtained already or soon to be completed)
Strong track record in theory-driven, quantitative empirical research
Substantive interest in refugee integration and immigrant assimilation/integration/incorporation theories
Excellent quantitative methodological skills, ideally including experience in causal analysis with observational and experimental data
Experience in working with complex survey, register and/or spatial data
Excellent English writing and communication skills
Knowledge of German is welcome but not required

Benefits

Remuneration in accordance with EG 14 TVöD Bund (German civil service collective agreement)
Additional benefits for public service employees (VBL U)
Advice and support regarding visa and residence permit
A well-equipped workplace in the center of Berlin
International, cooperative, and diversified working environment
In-depth integration into the scientific community in the form of colloquiums and conferences
Thorough instruction and guidance
Flexible working hours and the possibility of mobile working (at least 20% of the weekly working hours agreed in the contract)
We promote a good work-life balance
Comprehensive program for continuous professional development and further qualification, in the own discipline and beyond
Cafeteria with attractive common rooms
Reduced monthly ticket for local public transport (Jobticket oder Deutschlandticket Job)
The research of postdoctoral fellows is supported by research assistants, travel funding, as well as opportunities to invite external collaborators and speakers.