PhD Candidate TeacherLab at the Research Centre for …, Maastricht

PhD Candidate TeacherLab at the Research Centre for Education and the Labour Market (ROA)

At the TeacherLab, we collaborate with schools to develop promising approaches to attract and retain teachers. You will contribute to improving the quality of Dutch education by researching the causes of and solutions to teacher shortages. As a PhD candidate, you will co‑design and conduct multiple studies on effective approaches to reduce teacher shortages. This project focuses particularly on retaining qualified teachers, for example after retirement or by improving working conditions and employment terms.What you do

You will participate in various research projects, all evaluations of promising interventions to retain qualified teachers. You co‑create these interventions with schools, carry out evaluation research, and participate in impact studies. Your research will involve mostly quantitative methods, with at least one sub‑study taking the form of a field experiment.Co‑creation of interventions with schools. Development of evaluations, by surveys, focus groups and using administrative data. Write and present academic articles based on your research. Teaching activities at the Macro, International and Labour Economics department of SBE Maastricht UniversityWhat you bring

Are you self‑motivated, curious, and interested in research? Do you have a strong academic track record in economics, social sciences, or data science (e.g., excellent grades and/or involvement in academic activities), and the skills needed to become an outstanding researcher? Then a PhD position at ROA may be the right challenge for you.You hold an MSc degree in economics, social sciences, or data science, or expect to graduate soon; You have a strong academic background and have the ambition to publish in leading academic journals; You have excellent quantitative and analytical skills, as well as strong verbal and written communication skills;You have an affinity with empirical analysis of large datasets and/or natural or field experiments, as well as the statistical software for these analyses (e.g., Stata, R). Proficiency in Dutch is preferred, given the nature of collaboration with Dutch schools and stakeholders. What we offer

A 18-month contract (1.0 FTE) with the prospect of a 2.5 year extension. A gross monthly salary between€3.059,- and €3.881,- (based on full‑time employment of 38 hours per week). 8% holiday allowance and an 8.3% year‑end bonus. 29 vacation days (based on full‑time), four additional days off (Carnival Monday and Tuesday, Good Friday, and Liberation Day).Flexible working hours, a home office allowance, and the option to work from home in discussion with your manager. Freedom and space to shape your work independently and develop your ideas. A close‑knit community of colleagues to collaborate and grow with. A solid pension plan via ABP, company fitness schemes, and access to various university sports facilities.An inspiring work environment in the heart of Europe. Interested?

Want to know more about this position or what it’s like to work at our university? Reach out to Inge de Wolf: or Bart Golsteyn: . The vacancy is open for internal and external candidates.

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