Senior researcher (associate professor level) Work, employment and/or organizations NIDI

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Senior researcher (associate professor level) Work, employment and/or organizations NIDI

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KNAW - Koninklijke Nederlandse Akademie van Wetenschappen

At NIDI, we conduct cutting‑edge social scientific research in the broad field of population studies. To future strengthen our institute, we are seeking a senior researcher (associate professor level) with expertise in work, employment and/or organizational dynamics. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing innovative research lines, enhancing NIDI’s national and international profile, and shaping the institute’s future by acquiring new research projects, training the next generation of scholars (including PhD students and postdocs) and disseminating research findings.

What You Will Do

Build and expand a focused research line at NIDI around work, employment and/or organizations, embedded in broader societal and demographic changes (e.g., aging societies, labour‑market flexibilisation, changing work‑family dynamics and health).

Play a leading role in the theme group “Demographic change and the labour market” and actively shape its substantive direction and future research agenda.

Foster collaborations within the institute and between NIDI and other institutes and universities at the national and European level.

Participate in national and international academic research networks and publish in international scientific journals.

Involved in the acquisition of competitive research grants as either a lead applicant or a co‑applicant.

Co‑supervise PhD students together with senior staff.

Engage in institute‑wide responsibilities, participate in management and develop the institute’s research agenda.

Where You Will Work NIDI is one of the research institutes of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW) and one of the leading demographic institutes in Europe. The mission of NIDI is to carry out the most excellent scientific work and share this knowledge with societal stakeholders to address challenges related to demographic change. NIDI is located in a historical building in the city centre of The Hague. Employees work at least half of their work time on site, a practice that fosters cohesion, creativity and productivity.

Whom We Are Looking For Excellent scholars with a PhD in demography, sociology or another social science, with expertise in work, employment and organisations. Candidates should have an affinity with population studies or be willing to develop this further. We expect excellent skills in quantitative methods, statistics and programming. Successful applicants have a competitive international research profile demonstrated by publications in impact‑ful peer‑reviewed journals, a track record of independent research, grant acquisition and building collaborations and independent research networks. Experience in applying for external research funding and supervising PhD students is essential. Candidates should be enthusiastic inspiring supervisors, have good social and communicative skills and proficiency in English.

What We Offer A versatile position at a top scientific research institute, excellent mentorship and the opportunity to conduct innovative, socially relevant research. Salary € 6.512 – € 8.673 (scale 13/14). Depending on career stage and performance there is also a future perspective of a professorship with our strategic partner the University of Groningen/UMCG. A permanent employment contract conditional on a successful evaluation after the first year. The contract is for 32 to 38 hours per week and falls under the CAO UNL. We provide IT equipment, a smartphone and a range of individually tailored arrangements.

What We Find Important Promoting an inclusive community is central to NIDI’s values and vision. NIDI is a diverse and international community in which all staff members feel valued and respected and are able to develop to their full potential.

About NIDI The Netherlands Interdisciplinary Demographic Institute (NIDI) is a leading European demographic research institute. It is part of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW) and affiliated with the University of Groningen. It is located in the centre of The Hague, providing a unique and stimulating research environment in the broad field of population studies. NIDI currently has about 80 employees of different levels of seniority. The working environment is highly international and offers ample opportunities for training and development.

Information For additional information you may contact prof. dr. H.A.G. de Valk (email valk@nidi.nl) or prof. dr. C.J.I.M. Henkens (email henkens@nidi.nl).

Application procedure Applications Must Include, In a Single PDF File

A motivation letter;

A full curriculum vitae, including list of publications;

Names and contact details of two recommenders.

The deadline for submitting your application is the 9th of February 2026. Please send your application through the link or button to the attention of prof. dr. H.A.G. de Valk.

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