November 2023 - NOeG-l - Wirtschaftsuniversität Wien

Stellenausschreibungen Bundeswettbewerbsbehörde (BWB)
by Hartl, Anton 20 Nov '23

20 Nov '23

Sehr geehrte Damen und Herren, in der Bundeswettbewerbsbehörde sind drei unbefristete Stellen (Referentin/Referent mit ökonomischem oder juristischem Studienabschluss) ausgeschrieben und ab 01.01.2024 zu besetzen. Die Bewerbungsfrist läuft bis zum 06.12.2023. Die Bekanntmachung und wichtige Hinweise zu den Bewerbungsmodalitäten finden Sie unter den folgenden Links https://www.bwb.gv.at/die_bwb/stellenausschreibungen/ https://bund.jobboerse.gv.at/sap/bc/jobs/#/details/0050568143B61EDEA1F1CC2A… Bitte leiten Sie diese E-Mail auch an Interessierte weiter. Vielen Dank. Beste Grüße Anton Hartl [BWB Logo Neu] Anton Hartl Economist | Litigation Unit Bundeswettbewerbsbehörde T: +43 1 245 08 - 815383 Radetzkystraße 2, 1030 Wien, Österreich anton.hartl(a)bwb.gv.at<mailto:anton.hartl@bwb.gv.at> www.bwb.gv.at<http://www.bwb.gv.at/>

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REMINDER: WIC Colloquium, Wed, 22 Nov 2023: Jungho Kim - The Effect of Parental Leave Benefit on Fertility and Female Employment
by Simunics, Barbara 20 Nov '23

20 Nov '23

WIC Hybrid Colloquium ***************************** Jungho Kim Ajou University The Effect of Parental Leave Benefit on Fertility and Female Employment Wednesday, 22 November 2023 11:00 – 12:00 (CET) (save to your calendar - .ics-file)<https://www.oeaw.ac.at/fileadmin/subsites/Institute/VID/ICAL-files/Colloqui…> The hybrid seminar will be held in person at Dr. Ignaz Seipel Platz 2, 1010 Vienna, Museumszimmer (2nd floor) and online via Zoom. Please register here until 21 November 2023, 10:00 (CET): https://www.oeaw.ac.at/vid/events/wic-colloquium/wic-colloquium-registration <https://www.oeaw.ac.at/vid/events/wic-colloquium/wic-colloquium-registration> Login information for online participation will be sent to all registered participants shortly before the start of the presentation. Abstract: The paper examines the implications of expanding parental leave benefits in South Korea, one of the major policy responses to low fertility rates. The study focuses on female employees who gave birth between 2010 and 2022, registered in the National Employment Insurance database. Preliminary findings suggest that an increase in parental leave benefits has had a favorable impact on women's utilization of leave, their employment status, and fertility decisions. More specifically, when the monthly benefit increases by KRW 100,000 (equivalent to EUR 71), there is a 1.8 percentage point increase in the uptake of leave by mothers, along with an extension of the desired leave duration by 10.0 days. In addition, the percentage of mothers who return to work and subsequently have another child within three years of their birth increases by 0.3 percentage points and 0.4 percentage points, respectively. Furthermore, the study reveals substantial heterogeneous effects across wage groups, firm sizes, and industries, highlighting the need for policy interventions aimed at reducing disparities in effective access to parental leave among different demographic groups. About the presenter: Dr. Jungho Kim is a professor in economics at Ajou University in Korea and currently visiting VID. He holds Ph.D. in Economics at Brown University, and his research interests are in the empirical analysis of household behavior and the program evaluation regarding fertility, labor, health and consumption in developing countries. He is currently working on the consequences of the expansion of family policy, COVID-19, and deworming programs in Korea. https://www.oeaw.ac.at/fileadmin/subsites/Institute/VID/PDF/Colloquium/2023… *************************************************************************************************** PLEASE SEE https://www.oeaw.ac.at/vid/events/wic-colloquium FOR OUR UPCOMING AND PREVIOUS COLLOQUIA ***************************************************************************************************

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Call for Papers | Workshop in Empirical Macroeconomics
by Breitenlechner, Maximilian 20 Nov '23

20 Nov '23

Dear colleagues, The University of Innsbruck and the Liechtenstein Institute host a workshop in Empirical Macroeconomics on April 4-5, 2024. For the call for papers please click here<https://www.uibk.ac.at/media/filer_public/e3/be/e3be55bb-685b-456f-ae5d-a0b…>. We invite full papers in the field of empirical macroeconomics to be submitted until January 5, 2024 to empmacro2024(a)uibk.ac.at<mailto:empmacro2024@uibk.ac.at>. Papers will be selected based on peer-review and notification regarding acceptance will be sent out by January 26, 2024. The workshop takes place at the University of Innsbruck. Part of the workshop is planned to be held on campus, part off campus in an alpine location easy to access from Innsbruck. The social program includes scenic views and tasty food from the region. The last year’s program is available here<https://www.uibk.ac.at/media/filer_public/ae/3d/ae3d80e6-fca0-45d7-9c7a-c7d…>. Please register for the conference by February 16, 2024 the latest via email to empmacro2024(a)uibk.ac.at<mailto:empmacro2024@uibk.ac.at>. Please use the same email address for any queries. We would appreciate if you could forward the call to anybody who might be interested. Kind Regards, Max Breitenlechner, also on behalf of Martin Geiger, Jochen Güntner, Johann Scharler and Marios Zachariadis

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ECON Theory & Policy Seminar / Fabian Siuda (WU Wien) / Childlessness and Inter-Temporal Fertility Choice
by Hutter, Julia 20 Nov '23

20 Nov '23

Dear all, we kindly invite you to our next ECON Theory and Policy Seminar talk on Monday, November 27, 2023 from 4:00-5:30 pm (Seminarroom DB04 yellow, Freihaus Buidling, yellow area, 4th floor) "Childlessness and Inter-Temporal Fertility Choice " Fabian Suida (WU Wien) https://www.wu.ac.at/economics/mitarbeiter-innen/siuda-f/ This paper develops and estimates a dynamic structural model of fertility with endogenous marriage formation, linking the timing of fertility to its intensive (number of children) and extensive (having children) margin. The model features rational, forward-looking agents who make decisions on marriage and fertility, and are exposed to declining fecundity rates over time. In every period, agents face a trade-off between work and child-rearing, and across time there is a trade-off between having children early or late in life. The model parameters are identified using four distinct facts of the 2008 and2012 German Micro census: (i) fertility until age 30 decreases with education for married and single women, (ii) fertility after age 30 increases with education for married and single women, (iii) childlessness increases with women’s education, (iv) marriage rates decrease with education for women and increase with education for men. I obtain three main insights. First, postponement of childbirth combined with the natural decline of fecundity overtime can explain up to 15% of childlessness, depending on education. Second, by estimating the model separately for East and West Germany, I find that institutions and economic conditions matter: the two major factors for childlessness in West Germany are postponement of childbirth and high opportunity costs of children due to lack of public childcare. By contrast, in East Germany, social sterility plays a larger role. Finally, using the estimated model parameters for counterfactual analysis, I evaluate consequences of reoccurring labor market interruptions and policies aimed at reconciling work and family life. Further Events: https://www.tuwien.at/en/mg/econ/events Best, Julia Hutter for Alexia Fuernkranz-Prskawetz Julia Hutter TU Wien Institute of Statistics and Mathematical Methods in Economics Research Group Economics Phone: +43 1 58801 10531 Mail: julia.hutter(a)tuwien.ac.at<mailto:julia.hutter@tuwien.ac.at> https://econ.tuwien.ac.at/

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WU Lecture 2023- Mathias Doepke, 20/12/2023
by Crespo Cuaresma, Jesus 20 Nov '23

20 Nov '23

Dear colleagues, This year, the WU Lecture in Economics, organized by the Department of Economics at WU, will be held by Matthias Doepke<https://faculty.wcas.northwestern.edu/mdo738/> on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, 6:00pm as part of the WU matters. WU talks series. Love, Money & Parenting How economics explains the way we raise our kids Matthias Doepke, Full Professor, London School of Economics and Political Science "Helicopter parents" in the United States, authoritarian parents in China, and permissive parents in Sweden - do the various ways in which parents raise their children simply reflect national culture and tradition? Or is it rather economic incentives and constraints along with local economic conditions that shape parenting practices and what is considered good parenting in different nations? Does the growing inequality also result in an increasing "parenting gap" between richer and poorer families? In this lecture, Matthias Doepke introduces a novel approach to understanding parenting from the perspective of economic science. Date: Wednesday, December 20, 2023 Time: 6:00pm Location: Ceremonial Hall 1, LC building Moderated by: Gerlinde Fellner-Röhling, Full professor and Deputy Head of Economics Department, WU Vienna Further information and sign-up page<https://www.wu.ac.at/en/the-university/news-and-events/events/detail/love-m…> We are looking forward to seeing you there. Jesus Crespo Cuaresma Professor of Economics Department Chair Department of Economics Vienna University of Economics and Business Welthandelsplatz 1 1020 Vienna (Austria) E: jcrespo(a)wu.ac.at<mailto:jcrespo@wu.ac.at> H: https://www.wu.ac.at/en/economics/people/crespo-j

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Job offer: ECONOMIST interested in regional and spatial analysis (m/f/d)
by Ronald Hartwig 15 Nov '23

15 Nov '23

Dear colleagues, The Vienna Institute for International Economic Studies (wiiw) is looking for an ECONOMIST interested in regional and spatial analysis. *If you are appointed, your major tasks will be:* › Economic research on sub-national regions in the EU and its neighbourhood › Data collection and analysis › Acquisition and execution of research projects *We are seeking someone with:* › An MA in Economics and/or Spatial Planning › Willingness to constantly learn and explore new research agendas › An interest in applied research and policy evaluation › Good quantitative and econometric skills (Stata/R; GIS skills are an advantage) › An excellent command of English (written and oral) › Ideally, German and/or Eastern European language skills › Very good (proposal) writing and presentation skills › A positive working attitude › An ability to work independently as well as in teams › Research experience in regional and spatial analysis and knowledge of territorial development policies are a plus *What we offer:* › A collaborative and inclusive work environment › Flexible working times and home office opportunities › A dynamic and international research environment with good working conditions › The chance to make a meaningful impact on regional and spatial analysis in Europe Initially, the contract will be for a fixed term of 24 months, but the appointment could be made permanent (subject to a satisfactory probationary period). Monthly remuneration (14 times per year) for a 40-hour week will be € 3,286.40 gross (FWF Austrian Science Fund standard salary for a PhD candidate) or above, depending on qualifications and experience. We support workforce diversity as a key to innovation and success and are committed to offering equal opportunities to all. *Closing date for applications:* 15th December 2023 *Start: *as soon as possible – ideally in January 2024 *Please send your application (with cover letter, CV, list of publications, copies of certificates in one single PDF file) to* jobs(a)wiiw.ac.at. Download this job offer in pdf format <https://wiiw.ac.at/files/press/wiiw-joboffer-regionaleconomist-2023.pdf>

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FW: WIC Colloquium, Wed, 22 Nov 2023: Jungho Kim - The Effect of Parental Leave Benefit on Fertility and Female Employment
by Simunics, Barbara 14 Nov '23

14 Nov '23

WIC Hybrid Colloquium ***************************** Jungho Kim Ajou University The Effect of Parental Leave Benefit on Fertility and Female Employment Wednesday, 22 November 2023 11:00 – 12:00 (CET) (save to your calendar - .ics-file)<https://www.oeaw.ac.at/fileadmin/subsites/Institute/VID/ICAL-files/Colloqui…> The hybrid seminar will be held in person at Dr. Ignaz Seipel Platz 2, 1010 Vienna, Museumszimmer (2nd floor) and online via Zoom. Please register here until 21 November 2023, 10:00 (CET): https://www.oeaw.ac.at/vid/events/wic-colloquium/wic-colloquium-registration <https://www.oeaw.ac.at/vid/events/wic-colloquium/wic-colloquium-registration> Login information for online participation will be sent to all registered participants shortly before the start of the presentation. Abstract: The paper examines the implications of expanding parental leave benefits in South Korea, one of the major policy responses to low fertility rates. The study focuses on female employees who gave birth between 2010 and 2022, registered in the National Employment Insurance database. Preliminary findings suggest that an increase in parental leave benefits has had a favorable impact on women's utilization of leave, their employment status, and fertility decisions. More specifically, when the monthly benefit increases by KRW 100,000 (equivalent to EUR 71), there is a 1.8 percentage point increase in the uptake of leave by mothers, along with an extension of the desired leave duration by 10.0 days. In addition, the percentage of mothers who return to work and subsequently have another child within three years of their birth increases by 0.3 percentage points and 0.4 percentage points, respectively. Furthermore, the study reveals substantial heterogeneous effects across wage groups, firm sizes, and industries, highlighting the need for policy interventions aimed at reducing disparities in effective access to parental leave among different demographic groups. About the presenter: Dr. Jungho Kim is a professor in economics at Ajou University in Korea and currently visiting VID. He holds Ph.D. in Economics at Brown University, and his research interests are in the empirical analysis of household behavior and the program evaluation regarding fertility, labor, health and consumption in developing countries. He is currently working on the consequences of the expansion of family policy, COVID-19, and deworming programs in Korea. https://www.oeaw.ac.at/fileadmin/subsites/Institute/VID/PDF/Colloquium/2023… *************************************************************************************************** PLEASE SEE https://www.oeaw.ac.at/vid/events/wic-colloquium FOR OUR UPCOMING AND PREVIOUS COLLOQUIA ***************************************************************************************************

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WU Economics Research Seminar, 22.11.2023, 4.30 pm to 6 pm, Michael Irlacher (JKU Linz)
by Oberhofer, Harald 14 Nov '23

14 Nov '23

Dear colleagues, The Department of Economics cordially invites you to the WU Economics Research Seminar on Wednesday, November 22nd, with Michael Irlacher (JKU Linz) on "Multiproduct Firms, Horizontal Mergers, and International Trade" Abstract: This paper investigates the impact of mergers on the product mix of multiproduct firms. We open the black box of post-merger efficiency improvements to reveal a new margin of adjustment along the product dimension. Using detailed Danish data, we establish empirically that the combined domestic product scope of the acquirer and target falls after a merger, and sales become more concentrated towards the core product. Moreover, the acquirer exports more products to more destinations that are costly to serve. To rationalize these findings, we develop a model of mergers between oligopolistic firms, highlighting merger-induced within-firm adjustments that promote international trade. Date: Wednesday, November 22nd Time: 4.30 to 6 pm (CET) Location: building D3, ground floor, room D3.0.218 With best regards, Harald Oberhofer --- Univ.-Prof. Dr. Harald Oberhofer Department of Economics WU Vienna University of Economics and Business Phone: +43/1/31336-4984 Email: harald.oberhofer(a)wu.ac.at<mailto:harald.oberhofer@wu.ac.at> Webpage: https://www.wu.ac.at/ie/mitarbeiter/harald-oberhofer/ Austrian Institute of Economic Research (WIFO) Phone: +43/1/7982601-468 Email: harald.oberhofer(a)wifo.ac.at<mailto:harald.oberhofer@wifo.ac.at> Webpage: http://www.wifo.ac.at/harald_oberhofer

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5th Winter Workshop of the Austrian Economic Association, 20-22/12/2023
by Crespo Cuaresma, Jesus 13 Nov '23

13 Nov '23

Dear all, The Department of Economics of the Vienna University of Economics and Business is organizing the 5th Winter Workshop of the Austrian Economic Association, which will take place from December 20 to December 22, 2023 at the WU Campus. You can find the program of the Winter Workshop here<https://www.wu.ac.at/fileadmin/wu/d/economics/Department_of_Economics/E__EV…>. Its aim is to create a platform for personal exchange that will enable Austrian economists living abroad to remain in academic contact with their home country and to facilitate contacts abroad for ambitious young Austrian economists. If you are planning to attend, please register using this page<https://www.wu.ac.at/en/economics/event/noeg/noeg-5th-winter-workshop-2023/> by December 4, 2023. We hope to see many of you there! All the best, Jesus Crespo Cuaresma Professor of Economics Department Chair Department of Economics Vienna University of Economics and Business Welthandelsplatz 1 1020 Vienna (Austria) E: jcrespo(a)wu.ac.at<mailto:jcrespo@wu.ac.at> H: https://www.wu.ac.at/en/economics/people/crespo-j 4

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REMINDER: WIC Colloquium, Wed, 15 Nov 2023: Meimanat Hosseini-Chavoshi - What Level of Migration Is Required to Achieve Zero Population Growth in the Shortest Possible Time? Examples in Asian countries
by Simunics, Barbara 13 Nov '23

13 Nov '23

WIC Hybrid Colloquium ***************************** Meimanat Hosseini-Chavoshi University of Melbourne What Level of Migration Is Required to Achieve Zero Population Growth in the Shortest Possible Time? Examples in Asian countries Wednesday, 15 November 2023 11:00 – 12:00 (CET) (save to your calendar - .ics-file)<https://www.oeaw.ac.at/fileadmin/subsites/Institute/VID/ICAL-files/Colloqui…> The hybrid seminar will be held in person at Dr. Ignaz Seipel Platz 2, 1010 Vienna, Museumszimmer (2nd floor) and online via Zoom. Please register here until 14 November 2023, 10:00 (CET): https://www.oeaw.ac.at/vid/events/wic-colloquium/wic-colloquium-registration <https://www.oeaw.ac.at/vid/events/wic-colloquium/wic-colloquium-registration> Login information for online participation will be sent to all registered participants shortly before the start of the presentation. Abstract: Stalling fertility at below replacement level is led to population decline. McDonald and Hosseini have shown that this progression is halted most rapidly if the population takes on a quasi-stationary age structure through achieving a constant annual number of births. The novel approach is to estimate the level of immigration that would be required to maintain a constant annual number of births in the long term. The study suggests that, for all examined countries except Australia, no reasonable level of immigration could produce a quasi-stationary population if fertility remains at the country's 2020 level. The constraining factors are the current population size, fertility level and the extent to which the governments accept permanent immigrants to the country. If fertility were to increase over 15–20 years to 1.7 births and the country was accepting of relatively large numbers of permanent immigrants, the quasi-stable outcome becomes potentially viable for all countries except China. About the presenter: Meimanat Hosseini-Chavoshi is a CEPAR Senior Research Fellow at the Demography and Ageing Unit of the School of Population and Global Health, the University of Melbourne. She is currently working on forecasting births exploring the trends and patterns of fertility and the role of migration and education on the future of ageing and fertility in Australia and Iran. Gendered later life disability and health condition and reviewing the methodology and models of population projections are another area of her working research plan.More information: https://www.oeaw.ac.at/fileadmin/subsites/Institute/VID/PDF/Colloquium/2023… *************************************************************************************************** PLEASE SEE https://www.oeaw.ac.at/vid/events/wic-colloquium FOR OUR UPCOMING AND PREVIOUS COLLOQUIA ***************************************************************************************************

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