The Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research (MPIDR) is offering Postdoctoral and Research Scientist positions in its Department of Digital and Computational Demography. The roles focus on areas such as migration, population dynamics, health outcomes, climate change, and socio-technological transformations.

To be eligible, applicants must hold a PhD (completed or near completion) in demography, social sciences, statistics, computer science, economics, or a related field. They should have relevant research experience in migration, population dynamics, health, or computational demography, be able to work in interdisciplinary teams, and demonstrate a commitment to high-quality, reproducible research.

The Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research (MPIDR) is one of the world’s leading centers for demographic research located in Rostock, Germany. As part of the renowned Max Planck Society, MPIDR focuses on understanding population dynamics, migration, aging, health, and social inequalities through innovative, interdisciplinary approaches. The institute combines expertise from demography, social sciences, statistics, and computational sciences to address pressing scientific and societal challenges.

Application Deadline: October 10, 2025

Brief Description

• University or Organization: Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research (MPIDR)

• Department: Digital and Computational Demography

• Course Level: Postdoctoral / Research Scientist

• Award: Approx. €63,000 – €72,500 gross per year (depending on experience)

• Access Mode: Online application submission

• Number of Awards: NA

• Nationality: International

• The award can be taken in: Germany

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: Open to applicants from all nationalities.

• Acceptable Course or Subjects: Positions available in Migration, Population Dynamics, and Computational Demography.

• Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Hold a PhD (completed or near completion) in a relevant field (e.g., demography, sociology, statistics, computer science, economics, or related disciplines).

  • Demonstrated research experience relevant to the themes of migration, population dynamics, health outcomes, or computational demography.

  • Ability and willingness to work in interdisciplinary teams.

  • A track record of publications or writing samples.

  • Commitment to transparent and reproducible research; familiarity with open science practices is a plus.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online (via the MPIDR application survey) in English and include the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae

• Letter of Interest (max. 1 page)

• Research Statement (max. 2 pages)

• Names and contact details of 2 academic referees

• Two writing samples or publications

Starting Date: Flexible, but no later than Fall 2026.

Benefits

• A 3-year contract with remuneration based on the German public sector (TVöD Bund).

• Competitive salary, starting around €63,000 gross/year for early postdocs, up to €72,500 for more senior scientists.

• Opportunity to conduct cutting-edge interdisciplinary research in one of the world’s leading demographic research institutes.

• Support for reconciling work and family life through MPIDR and Max Planck Society initiatives.

• Access to professional development, career advancement programs, and mentorship (with particular support for women and underrepresented groups in research).

• A vibrant, inclusive, and international research environment within the Max Planck Society network.

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