Researcher social sciences (economics, sociology, demography…)

Organisation/Company

University of Antwerp

Research Field

Economics » Other
Sociology » Other

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Belgium

Application Deadline

1 Apr 2024 – 21:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

38

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Let’s shape the future – University of Antwerp

The University of Antwerp  is a dynamic, forward-thinking, European university. We offer an innovative academic education to more than 20000 students, conduct pioneering scientific research and play an important service-providing role in society. We are one of the largest, most international and most innovative employers in the region. With more than 6000 employees from 100 different countries, we are helping to build tomorrow’s world every day. Through top scientific research, we push back boundaries and set a course for the future – a future that you can help to shape. 

The Department of Economics in the Faculty of Business and Economics is looking for a temporary full-time (100%) researcher in the field of social sciences (economics, sociology, demography…)

Position

• You will work actively on the preparation of the report on the position of non-EU women on the labour market in Belgium. The research project is funded by the Belgian Institute for the Equality of Women and Men . The project is supervised by Suncica Vujic (Department of Economics, UAntwerpen) and Prof. Nick Deschacht (Department of Economics, KU Leuven). 
• The main tasks of the position are to set up the interviews in order to answer the research question on the obstacles for labour market participation of the non-EU women in Belgium. In concrete terms, 5-10 interviews should be conducted with experts (civil society organizations, trade unions, etc.) and 15 interviews with the target group of women of foreign (non-EU) origin. Further to that, to transcribe the interviews and analyse them with the Nvivo software or a similar tool. Finally, to write a concise report, preferably in French (Dutch or English are also possible), using collected interview data.

Profile

• You hold a Master degree in social sciences (economics, sociology, demography…).
• You have an excellent academic track record. The minimum requirement is at least one distinction (68% average grade) or an international equivalent.
• You have a strong interest in research on the labour market position of migrants.
• Experience with the qualitative research methods (conducting interviews, transcribing, analysing via Nvivo (or similar tools) and writing a report using collected interview data is an asset.
• Excellent language skills in spoken and written French and/or Dutch is an asset.
• You have good English language skills that will allow you to communicate within the research team.
• Your research qualities are in line with the faculty and university research policies .
• You can work in a group as well as on your own initiative.
• You act with attention to quality, integrity, creativity and cooperation. 

What we offer

• We offer a full-time contract as a researcher for a period of five months, starting from May 1, 2024 or as soon as possible after this date.
• Your gross monthly salary is calculated according to the pay scale  for an assistant in the Contract Research Staff category (Dutch: Bijzonder Academisch Personeel, BAP).
• You will receive ecocheques, Internet-connectivity allowance, a group insurance, an income protection insurance, and a bicycle allowance or a full reimbursement of public transport costs for commuting.
• We offer a workspace either at University of Antwerp (City Campus) or at KU Leuven in Brussels, in a dynamic and stimulating working environment. We also provide ample opportunities for working from home.
• Find out more about working at the University of Antwerp here .

Want to apply?

• You can apply for this vacancy through the University of Antwerp’s online job application platform up to and including April 1, 2024 (by midnight Brussels time). Click on the ‘Apply’ button and complete the online application form. Be sure to include the following attachments:
  • a motivation letter;
  • a CV;
  • a grade transcript of the bachelor and master education (a list of the grades you obtained for recent courses); and
  • a bachelor or a master thesis or another example of the written research work.
• The selection committee will review all applications as soon as possible after the application deadline. As soon as a decision is made, we will notify you. If you are still eligible after the pre-selection, you will be informed about the possible next step(s) in the selection procedure. We aim to organize the selection interviews on April 5, 2024 and we will aim to find a suitable moment depending on candidates’ availability.
• If you have any questions about the online application form, please check the frequently asked questions  or send an email to [email protected] . If you have any questions about the job itself, please contact Professor Suncica Vujic, [email protected]

The University of Antwerp received the European Commission’s HR Excellence in Research Award  for its HR policy. We are a sustainable, family-friendly organisation which invests in its employees’ growth. We encourage diversity  and attach great importance to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities, regardless of gender identity, disability, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and with diverse characteristics to apply.

Requirements

Research Field

Economics

Years of Research Experience

4 – 10

Research Field

Sociology

Years of Research Experience

4 – 10

Additional Information

Website for additional job details

https://academicpositions.com

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

University of Antwerp

Country

Belgium

City

Antwerp

Postal Code

2000

Street

Prinsstraat 13

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://academicpositions.com/ad/university-of-antwerp/2024/researcher-social-s…

Contact

City

Antwerp

Website

https://www.uantwerpen.be/en/

Postal Code

2000

STATUS: EXPIRED