Research Position​/PhD Researcher - CRC project "A06 -Family Policies: Socioe

Stellenbezeichnung: Research Position / PhD Researcher (m/f/d) - CRC 1342 project "A06 Work-Family Policies: Socioe[...]

Position Overview

Research Position / PhD Researcher (m/f/d) – CRC 1342 project "A06 Work‑Family Policies:
Socioeconomic Outcomes and Policy Learning" (:
Wiss
25535
)

• Start: as soon as possible
• Part‑time: 70 %
• Salary:
  Remuneration level 13 TV‑L
• Contract:
  
  fixed‑term (limited until 31.12.2029)

Project Context

The Collaborative Research Centre (CRC) 1342, "Global Dynamics of Social Policy," has been funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG) since 2018. In Phases I and II the worldwide introduction of social protection programs was mapped and the differences in the inclusiveness and scope of social policy benefits documented. In Phase III the socioeconomic effectiveness of social policy is being examined in terms of improving social conditions and promoting political integration.

As part of this third phase, Project A06 "Work‑Family Policies:
Socioeconomic Outcomes and Policy Learning" seeks a PhD Researcher. The third phase will focus on the socioeconomic effectiveness of these policies, investigating:

• How family policies affect the socioeconomic outcomes of women and children.
• Under what conditions and through which mechanisms policy actors utilize information on these outcomes, leading to policy learning.

The successful candidate is expected to contribute especially to the second question by conducting qualitative case studies of Mexico and Germany and by actively engaging in the project’s overall research agenda. Pursuing a PhD will be supported. Responsibilities

• Conduct case‑study research on Mexico and Germany.
• Prepare and independently publish research results.
• Actively participate in conferences and other events organised within the CRC framework.

Employment Benefits

• Salary according to Remuneration level 13 TV‑L.
• Fixed‑term contract (limited until 31.12.2029).
• Part‑time: 70 %.
• Internal and external training opportunities.
• Various health, consulting, and prevention services.
• Reconciliation of family and work.
• Flexible working hours.
• Supplementary company pension.
• Collegial working environment.
• Open and pleasant working atmosphere.
• Exciting, varied tasks.
• Modern work environment with digital processes.
• Various offers (canteen, cafeteria, restaurants, Uni‑Shop, ATM, etc.).

Qualifications

• Excellent scientific university degree (e.g. Master’s degree or equivalent) in Political Science or a related discipline within the Social Sciences.
• Knowledge of and/or strong interest in public policy research and family policy.
• Very good skills in comparative and qualitative methods (e.g. document analysis, expert interviews).
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Independent, self‑reliant and dedicated style of work.
• Strong organisational and coordination skills.
• Ability to cooperate and work in a team.

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Proficiency in Spanish and/or German.

Application Procedure

We are looking forward to receiving your application. To apply, please use our online form via the application button below.

Final date to receive applications: 12.01.2026

Contact

Viola Pappada
+49 521 106‑6924
sekretariat.blum@uni‑

Postal Address

Universität Bielefeld
Fakultät für Soziologie
Prof. Dr. Sonja Blum
Postfach 10 01 31
33501 Bielefeld

Bielefeld University is an equal‑opportunity employer and a family‑friendly university. We welcome applications from women and encourage applications from suitably qualified disabled and severely disabled persons. Positions can be carried out with reduced working hours if this does not conflict with official needs.

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