The Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research (MPIDR) is seeking to appoint a full-time post-doctoral researcher to join the Research Group on Labor Demography.

We welcome applications from researchers with a PhD in demography, statistics, sociology, economics, epidemiology, public health, or allied fields. Depending on background and interests, the successful candidate will work on a project aimed at understanding which factors are shaping the length of working life; and/or on projects in survival analysis and causal inference. The candidate will develop their own agenda within these project(s). We are seeking creative, self-driven, and collaborative scholars. Strong quantitative analysis skills are required, as is knowledge of R, Stata, or Python.

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 up to 3 years with remuneration commensurate to experience (starting from approx. 67,500 EUR gross per year for researchers who have just completed their PhD, up to approx. 77,600 EUR gross per year for more senior scientists), based on the salary structure of the German public sector (Öffentlicher Dienst, TVöD Bund; EG14/1-3). It is expected that successful applicants will be in residence at the MPIDR. Support for relocation costs is available.

Please apply online via this survey (survey.demogr.mpg.de/index.php/174865?lang=en) and include in a single PDF file:

1) Letter of interest (max. 1 page)
2) Curriculum Vitae (max. 3 pages, focusing on your most relevant achievements)
3) A writing example (e.g., one of your publications)
4) Contact information for up to 2 academic referees

In order to receive full consideration, please apply by April 8. Interviews are planned for late April.

The exact starting date is flexible. Applicants should have completed their doctoral degree; however, PhD students who expect to obtain their degree in 2026 may apply.

For inquiries about the position, please contact Christian Dudel at dudel(at)demogr.mpg.de.

The MPIDR is one of the leading demographic research centers in the world. It is part of the Max Planck Society, a network of 84 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. Respect and inclusivity are central to our work culture, where diversity in gender, background, beliefs, abilities, and identities is embraced and valued. We are committed to shaping a culture that encourages continuous development of each person’s skills and potential.

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.

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.

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.