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Alex Busch
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PhD Student @MIT Sloan //
Studying labour & industrial relations 🌹 //
he, they //
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https://www.alexander-busch.eu/
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rfberlin.bsky.social
Join RFBerlin as a Postdoctoral Fellow!
✔️ Leading faculty and global network
✔️ Vibrant group of junior researchers
✔️ Mentoring opportunities
✔️ Research and admin support
✔️ No teaching obligations
Apply now: econjobmarket.org/positions/11...
Postdoctoral Fellow in Economics
The ROCKWOOL Foundation Berlin (RFBerlin) invites applications for postdoctoral fellow positions in economics. The initial contract is for two years, with the possibility of renewal for up to six year...
www.rfberlin.com
October 31, 2025 at 10:40 AM
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rfberlin.bsky.social
🚨 #CallforPapers - We are hosting the RFBerlin - @cepr.org Annual Symposium in Labour Economics 2026.
📄 Submit your paper or express interest before January 31st, 2026: cepr.org/events/event...
November 7, 2025 at 8:13 AM
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ilrreview.bsky.social
How do works councils impact worker #productivity? Using the #German case, Steffen Mueller @iwh-halle.bsky.social shows that establishments with a works council are 6.4% more productive and also argues that this figure underestimates the true productivity effect.
doi.org/10.1177/0019...
November 7, 2025 at 4:32 PM
alexanderbusch.bsky.social
Exogenous variation alert
steamtraen.eu Nick Brown @steamtraen.eu · 3d
Oops. Ooooooooooooops.

I do hope that nobody has been given or denied a job/promotion based on their SpringerNature citation counts in the past 15 years.

arxiv.org/pdf/2511.01675

h/t @nathlarigaldie.bsky.social
November 7, 2025 at 5:09 PM
alexanderbusch.bsky.social
The perfect choice, congratulations!
lukaslehner.bsky.social Lukas Lehner @lukaslehner.bsky.social · 4d
Thrilled and honoured to receive the @upjohninstitute.bsky.social 2025 Dissertation Award 🏆

Congrats to @amyburnettcross.bsky.social & Omeed!

Truly grateful to my mentors and collaborators, especially
@simonjaeger.bsky.social & @maxkasy.bsky.social. Can’t quite believe it looking at past winners.
upjohninstitute.bsky.social Upjohn Institute @upjohninstitute.bsky.social · 4d
The Upjohn Institute announces its 2025 Dissertation Award winners.
First Prize:
Lukas Lehner (@lukaslehner.bsky.social)
“Beyond Unemployment: An Investigation of Social Policies to Empower Workers in a Changing World of Work” for Oxford University

www.upjohn.org/Upjohn-Insti...
November 7, 2025 at 12:44 AM
alexanderbusch.bsky.social
A day in my life as a PhD student, recorded by the Sloan marketing team - if you have been dying to know my class schedule, this is your chance!

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A Day with PhD student Alex Busch | MIT Sloan
“As a student of both sociology and economics, MIT Sloan was the ideal place for me," says Alex Busch, a PhD student.
mitsloan.mit.edu
November 6, 2025 at 11:16 PM
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mitsloanphd.bsky.social
November 13th at 9:30 AM EST, discover admissions insights and the research opportunities in @mitsloan.bsky.social's PhD Program!

Register here: applymitsloan.mit.edu/register/Nov...
MIT Sloan PhD Program Webinar
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October 30, 2025 at 3:31 PM
alexanderbusch.bsky.social
Something to keep in mind for the upcoming grad worker collective bargaining round at MIT. We should be optimizing over wages AND employment (incl incoming cohorts).
pengzell.bsky.social Per Engzell @pengzell.bsky.social · 20d
The PhD students are always the first to go isn’t it
jbenmenachem.com jon ben-menachem @jbenmenachem.com · 20d
Wow. Harvard nuking its PhD programs

- Science PhD admissions reduced by more than 75%
- Arts & Humanities reduced by about 60%
- Social Sciences by 50–70%
- History by 60%
- Biology by 75%
- The German department will lose all PhD seats
- Sociology from six PhD students to zero
October 21, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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simonwiederhold.bsky.social
Join us!

@iwh-halle.bsky.social and @uni-magdeburg.de are hiring an AP in Labor Economics!

Focus: Effects of AI and new technologies on workers & firms.

No German required.

Enjoy an outstanding research environment in Magdeburg & Halle – come see for yourself!

🔗 Full ad: tinyurl.com/28ko5wty
Assistant Professor (W1) in Labor Economics
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October 15, 2025 at 8:26 AM
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rfberlin.bsky.social
📢 We are hiring 📢

RFBerlin is looking for a #ResearchAssistant to support the project on the labor market effects of collective bargaining.

Apply now or share with your network: www.rfberlin.com/job/research...
Research Assistant
We at RFBerlin are seeking a highly skilled and motivated research assistant to provide support for a project on the labor market effects of collective bargaining, led by Christian Dustmann and Jan Kn...
www.rfberlin.com
September 25, 2025 at 9:04 AM
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reinhardbispinck.bsky.social
Gerade erschienen - die 𝗪𝗦𝗜-𝗔𝗿𝗯𝗲𝗶𝘁𝘀𝗸𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗳𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘇 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 mit einem Blick auf 2025: Zu verzeichnen ist ein Rückgang gegenüber 2023, doch die Tarifrunden verliefen weiterhin relativ streikintensiv durch Nachwirkungen der Inflationswelle. www.boeckler.de/de/pressemit...
Arbeitskämpfe: 2024 Rückgang gegenüber 2023, doch weiterhin relativ streikintensiv durch Nachwirkungen der Inflationswelle
Arbeitskämpfe: 2024 Rückgang gegenüber 2023, doch weiterhin relativ streikintensiv durch Nachwirkungen der Inflationswelle
www.boeckler.de
September 11, 2025 at 8:13 AM
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annastansbury.bsky.social
📢Nina Roussille and I are hiring a full-time predoctoral researcher to work with us at MIT on labor economics research projects.

IMPORTANT: this vacancy is open right now, so we are particularly interested in people who could start soon.

Link to apply: careers.peopleclick.com/careerscp/cl...
Predoctoral Researcher
MIT - Predoctoral Researcher - Cambridge MA 02139
careers.peopleclick.com
September 8, 2025 at 1:06 PM
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aaronsojourner.org
Political Economy of Work Junior Scholar Workshop to be held at Columbia University December 5-6, 2025. 
#EconSky #PoliSky #EconConf

Proposal deadline 9/15
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
The Labor Lab at the Center for Political Economy, Columbia University and Cornell ILR School invite submissions for the Political Economy of Work Junior Scholar Workshop to be held at Columbia University December 5-6, 2025. Participants will receive feedback on their scholarship from a senior scholar in the field, comments from fellow junior scholars, and advice about career development. Confirmed commentators include: Kate Andrias (law); Brishen Rogers (law); Hiba Hafiz (law); Alex Hertel-Fernandez (political science); Suresh Naidu (economics); and Adam Reich (sociology), with more to be added. Who Can Apply? Scholars who write in the field of work and labor, broadly defined, in law, social science (economics, political science, sociology) or history are welcome to apply. Preference will be given to scholars without tenure, including post docs or fellows, but recently tenured scholars are welcome to apply as well. Submissions are also welcome from graduate students or law students interested in academia, as are papers from practitioners, clinicians, and writing faculty. Proposal Requirements Interested participants should submit a one-page abstract with contact information via this form by September 15 at 5pm EDT. Please note: Presented papers must be advanced drafts of scholarly work ready for circulation by November 14, 2025. Key Deadlines September 15, 2025, at 5pm EDT: Deadline for proposal submissions
September 4, 2025 at 6:56 PM
alexanderbusch.bsky.social
Clever paper using sectoral bargaining wage groups & drift to classify the compensation structure of firms!

papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers....
fbcaires.bsky.social Filipe B Caires @fbcaires.bsky.social · Jul 17
Honoured that my paper "Internal Organization of Firms and Minimum Wage Spillovers" received the Best Paper Award at the latest @eayeconomists.bsky.social Annual Meeting!

Appreciation photo with EUI friends at King’s College – an amazing venue for a great conference.

The paper in a nutshell 👇
September 5, 2025 at 10:10 AM
alexanderbusch.bsky.social
Cool new WP by Bernardo Fanfani links 3 major sectoral bargaining agreements to wage data of Veneto (Italy) & finds that changes in union min wages explain 1/3 of the increase in wage inequality 1990-2005 for these workers! I wonder how this would look like in Germany 🤔

docs.iza.org/dp18051.pdf
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September 1, 2025 at 6:54 PM
alexanderbusch.bsky.social
Today I learned that there is a Stone Center in Munich!
August 30, 2025 at 7:30 AM
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boeckler-stiftung.bsky.social
🎓 #Promovieren ist herausfordernd – finanziell, mental und organisatorisch. Wir unterstützen dich mit unserem #Stipendium, damit du dich voll auf deine #Promotion konzentrieren kannst!

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Jetzt bewerben: www.boeckler.de/stip...
August 24, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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nber.org
Estimating individual pay premia for 4,800 unions in Brazil, finds substantial heterogeneity across unions. Strikes and internal competition correlate with higher premia, from Ellora Derenoncourt, François Gerard, Lorenzo Lagos, and Claire Montialoux https://www.nber.org/papers/w34139
August 22, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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ingoisphording.bsky.social
I am super happy about the IZA network and DP series having found a new home at @liser.lu . Having visited in the past, I think LISER is the kind of place IZA could (and should ) have been. I wish them all the best!
August 20, 2025 at 3:08 PM
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dynarski.bsky.social
Fantastic news! IZA has a new home

#econsky
LISER Luxembourg Institute of Socio-Economic Research I Z A Institute of Labor Economics Initiated by Deutsche Post Foundation A New Chapter for the IZA Network August 20, 2025 Dear IZA Network Members, Over the past months, we have made significant efforts to ensure the continued work of the global IZA Network and preserve its essential role in advancing labor economics beyond December 2025, when the Bonn-based institute will officially close. Today, we are delighted to announce that these efforts have been highly successful: the IZA Network— including the renowned IZA Discussion Paper Series and the IZA World of Labor-has found a new institutional home at the Luxembourg Institute of Socio-Economic Research (LISER), effective January 1, 2026. Founded in 1989, LISER is a multilingual, internationally connected public research institute at the heart of Europe. With a staff of 200 from over 30 countries and a mission rooted in interdisciplinary excellence, LISER is deeply embedded in Europe's research landscape. It maintains strong ties with EU institutions, universities, and policy practitioners across the continent. LISER also has robust and long-standing connections with Germany, both structurally and academically. The institute collaborates actively with German universities and research centers through joint publications, events, researcher exchanges, and participation in advisory boards. These connections make LISER a natural fit for hosting the IZA Network-while also positioning the network to expand its European and international reach. LISER fully embraces the IZA Network's mission. Taking over its core activities aligns closely with LISER's long-term goals: fostering international collaboration, supporting policy-relevant research, and nurturing the next generation of researchers. Under LISER's stewardship, the following core activities will continue: • The IZA Discussion Paper Series, a trusted and visible platform for disseminating top-tier labor economics research; • The IZA World of Labor, providing concise, policy-relevant insights for decision-makers and serving as a valuable resource for teaching; • Flagship events such as the Summer School and key thematic workshops; • A visiting program for fellows. Beyond preserving these core activities, LISER is committed to enhancing the IZA Network's global reach and impact. Plans are underway to expand accessibility and strengthen connections with European policymaking communities, while also fostering collaboration and exchange through short- and long-term visiting opportunities as well as through an enhanced event program. These initiatives will leverage Luxembourg's strategic location to establish a stronger European policy footprint and ensure IZA-generated research continues to inform real-world decision-making. Both leadership teams will work closely to ensure a smooth, respectful transition with minimal disruption. Our most important priority is to ensure the continuity of the network's valuable contributions to labor economics and related areas of research. We want to emphasize that this engagement represents a long-term institutional commitment to nurture and grow the IZA network, its activities, and its visibility. This project has the full support of both IZA's and LISER's leadership and Boards. We are deeply motivated by a shared belief in the value of rigorous, independent, and policy-relevant labor economics. At a time of growing threats to academic freedom and evidence-based policymaking, we aim to maintain a beacon for open, collaborative, and impactful social science research in Europe and beyond. Further details on the transition, network governance and future activities will be shared with you in the fall of 2025. We look forward to your continued valuable contributions as the IZA Network embarks on this exciting new phase. Sincerely, Aline Muller (CEO LISER) Martin T. Clemens (CFO IZA)
August 20, 2025 at 2:27 PM
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econsandy.bsky.social
Society of Labor Economists (SoLE) Annual Conference will be May 1-2, 2026 in Denver, Colorado. Submission portal is now open! Deadline for submissions is October 31--don't forget to submit! It will be a great conference! (organized by me and @jrothst.bsky.social)

mailchi.mp/sole-jole/so...
SOLE 2026 Submissions Open
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August 19, 2025 at 4:38 PM
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maxkasy.bsky.social
📆 Mark your calendars! 📆

With the publication of "Means of prediction" approaching fast, I'm looking forward to an interesting set of panel discussions and book-talks this fall - I hope to see many of you there!

Preliminary schedule of book talks:
maxkasy.github.io/home/present...
August 18, 2025 at 2:31 PM
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alexanderbusch.bsky.social
predoc.org hosts me for an online office hour. If you want to talk about predoc or PhD applications, and in particular about doing economics in non-economic departments, sign up! t.co/AlCicSi0zw #econ_ra
August 20, 11 AM CT
August 17, 2025 at 10:09 AM
alexanderbusch.bsky.social
predoc.org hosts me for an online office hour. If you want to talk about predoc or PhD applications, and in particular about doing economics in non-economic departments, sign up! t.co/AlCicSi0zw #econ_ra
August 20, 11 AM CT
August 17, 2025 at 10:09 AM
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nber.org
Micro evidence on firms' opting out of rigid collective bargaining in Italy finds that opting out reduces wages but increases workers' employment and retention within firms, from Dustmann, Giannetto, Incoronato, Lacava, Pezone, Saggio, and Schoefer https://www.nber.org/papers/w34076
August 1, 2025 at 5:00 PM