Do you have an interest in the European Green Transition? Do you have experience using data from the Generations and Gender Survey (GGS)? We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher to work in a newly EU-funded project involving 30 other partners. This position is particularly well suited for people who have an excellent knowledge of European survey data (including GGS, ESS, SHARE, EVS) and who are interested in linking data and policies.

This is a 3-year position (with an initial 12 month appointment). We are looking for a senior post-doc (4 to 7 years since the PhD) with an excellent knowledge of the GGS (or a similar survey).

What you will be doing

The project

This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the juncture of data and policy, to expand your international exposure and to gain valuable skills in leading a Work Package. Moreover, the position being embedded in the GGP and Netherlands Interdisciplinary Demographic Institute (NIDI), it offers opportunities to work in a scientific environment and to further develop your own research on a topic related to the themes of the project.

The position is part of the anticipated EU-funded SoGreen project. The aim is to provide insights into the social aspects of the Green Transition using survey data from the four leading social science infrastructures in Europe (ESS-ERIC, SHARE-ERIC, GGP and GUIDE). This will be done using existing data as well as new data to be collected during the course of the project. SoGreen will use a life course, multi-generational and gender perspective.

This project is coordinated by the Survey of Ageing and Retirement in Europe (SHARE-ERIC) in collaboration with the Generations and Gender Programme (GGP) and other research infrastructures and partners. This postdoctoral position will be part of the contribution of the GGP to the project.

The GGP postdoctoral researcher will work closely with the other partners in the project. In addition, it will co-lead the Work Package on the development of the Green module (to be included in the online ESS CRONOS panel and in other project surveys), and the Work Package on the life course dimension of the Green Transition. These tasks will require leadership and coordination to make sure that the work is delivered on time. In addition the postdoctoral fellow will be expected to contribute to disseminating the findings of the project to both scientific and non-scientific audience.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the juncture of data and policy, to expand your international exposure and to gain valuable skills in leading a Work Package. Moreover, the position being embedded in the GGP and Netherlands Interdisciplinary Demographic Institute (NIDI), it offers opportunities to work in a scientific environment and to further develop your own research on a topic related to the themes of the project.

What do we offer
We offer a postdoctoral research position embedded in the Data Infrastructure and Dissemination working group at NIDI. This position is well tailored for those who want to work in a research environment but without the ‘publish or perish’ requirement. Instead this is an opportunity to develop your international network and to work with colleagues also devoted to building an excellent research infrastructure and related services.

The starting date for this position is 1 January 2025. In exceptional circumstances, we may consider an earlier start date. The appointment will be for a period of 12 months. It may be extended up to a total maximum of three years (which is the duration of the SoGreen project) based on performance.

What you will be bringing

As the representative of the GGP in the SoGreen project, you will bring a knowledge of European survey data and the ability to link them with policies.

You completed a PhD in sociology, demography, political science or other relevant discipline in the past 7 years and you possess an excellent knowledge of European survey data (such as GGS, ESS, EVS or SHARE). You have excellent communication skills including the ability to work in a team. Ideally you also have prior experience in dissemination and networking activities and in working in an externally funded project. It is also necessary to have an excellent command of the English language, both written and oral, as this project’s main language is English.

Note that we are looking for candidates who completed their PhD 4 to 7 years ago. Candidates who more recently completed their PhD are eligible but would need to demonstrate that they meet the other criteria, including having the capability to lead a Work Package.

Application procedure
Candidates are invited to submit their application in English. Applications must include:

• A motivation letter.
• A full curriculum vitae.
• Names and contact information of two references.

The deadline for submitting your application is 18 October 2024. Please address your application to the director of NIDI, Prof. dr. H.A.G. de Valk (using the Apply Now button). The interviews have been provisionally scheduled for 28 October 2024.

Fixed-term contract: 1 (+2) years.

Terms of employment

Depending on education and experience the minimum salary is between € 4,020 and the maximum salary is € 6,148 gross per month for a full-time appointment (scale 10 or 11 cao Nederlandse Universiteiten/KNAW). This is exclusive of 8% vacation allowance, 8.3% year-end bonus, travel allowance, internet allowance, home working allowance and pension accrual with ABP.

The KNAW offers its staff an excellent package of secondary benefits. A package that meets the different needs of employees depending on their stage of life, lifestyle or career ambitions. For example, by working an extra two hours a week, it is possible to increase the number of days off from 29 to 41 days a year (with full-time employment).

Non Dutch applicants are required to relocate to The Netherlands. If and when necessary, NIDI will apply for the residence permit. Non Dutch employees may qualify for a Tax break (30% Ruling).

For a complete overview of the terms of employment, please refer to the web page: werken bij de KNAW.

Applying for a Certificate of Good Conduct can be part of the employment procedure.

Diversity & Inclusion
The KNAW considers a working environment in which everyone feels welcome and appreciated of great importance. A working environment in which attention is paid to individual quality and where development opportunities are paramount. Together we strive for an inclusive culture in which we embrace differences. We would therefore like to invite candidates who want to contribute to this through their background and experience. In the event of equal suitability, preference will be given to the candidate who thus enhances diversity within the Academy.

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NIDI

The Netherlands Interdisciplinary Demographic Institute (NIDI) is a leading European demographic research institute. NIDI is part of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW) and affiliated with the University of Groningen. It is located in the center of The Hague providing a unique and stimulating research environment in the broad field of population studies. Currently the staff of the institute consists of about 65 employees of different levels of seniority and organized in a rather horizontal structure within four thematic research groups. The working environment is highly international and NIDI provides ample opportunities for training and development.

SoGreen

This project is coordinated by the Survey of Ageing and Retirement in Europe (SHARE-ERIC) in collaboration with the Generations and Gender Programme (GGP) and other research infrastructures and partners. This postdoctoral position will be part of the contribution of the GGP to the project.