Senior Research Associate (m/f/d) in Health Economics and Development Economics

 

The Institute of Health Economics (IHE) welcomes applications for the following position starting 1 January 2025: Senior Research Associate (m/f/d) in Health Economics and Development Economics (Salary Scale A13 NBesO, 100 %)

The position with temporary civil servant status is initially limited to three years, with the possibility of extension.

Your role

The successful candidate conducts research and engages in teaching related to health economics and/or development. The work will further include the implementation of empirical studies, in particular large-scale randomized field experiments in the context of investment projects of international organizations. For instance, the IHE has extensive experience in conducting research on World Bank operations. Research stay(s) at the World Bank Headquarters in Washington, DC are planned.

Who are we looking for?

Candidates must have completed a Ph.D. in Economics or a related discipline. Sound thinking based on economic theory, advanced skills in empirical economic methods, and proficiency in English are required. A strong „Job Market Paper“ is expected that documents the capability to publish research in highly rated academic journals. Excellent candidates have a research focus in health economics and/or development economics and outstanding social, personal, as well as communication skills. They possess the ability to reliably execute tasks with independence, a flexible work style, and demonstrate strong organizational skills with the ability to lead projects. Very good knowledge of German is an advantage. Experience in the acquisition and execution of third-party-funded projects would be appreciated.

Equal opportunities and diversity are core values at Leibniz University Hannover. Our goal is to tap into individual potential and open up possibilities. We therefore welcome applications from anyone interested in the position, irrespective of gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or ideology, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity.

Preference will be given to equally-qualified candidates with disabilities.

Why join us?

With more than 5000 employees, Leibniz University Hannover is one of the largest and most attractive employers in the Hannover region. We offer a vibrant interdisciplinary and international working environment, and promote personal and professional development ranging from subject-related skills to leadership and languages.

As a family-friendly university, working hours can be organised according to various flexible models. Part-time employment as well as remote work (mobile work, work from home) can therefore be arranged upon request. We support employees with balancing work and family life, through services such as back-up childcare, childcare during school holidays, and parent-child offices, as well as providing individual advice regarding family responsibilities and caring for dependants.

To promote health and well-being among employees, we offer an extensive sports programme with over 100 different sports, as well as a fitness centre with a sauna and climbing space. Health management measures, such as courses on stress management, good nutrition and relaxation, aim to ensure a healthy workplace.

 

Additional information

For questions regarding the position, please contact Arndt Reichert (Professor of Health Economics and Development Research, email: arndt.reichert@ihe.uni-hannover.de).

Detailed application materials (CV, Master’s thesis, publication list, copies of university certificates, a short description of the past and future research plan, and a reference letter) should be submitted by 12 November 2024 with the reference “Senior Research Associate, IHE_102024” in the subject line, as a single PDF file to