PI Postdoctoral Researcher in Organizational Behaviour and Social Identity (Advanced Quantitative Methods)

The Leadership and Service(s) for the Generation of Social Value research team at Deusto Business School invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position in Organizational Behavior (Advanced Quantitative Methods).

We are seeking a highly motivated scholar with strong expertise in advanced quantitative methods to join our dynamic and collaborative research environment and contribute to our research on leadership services and social value generation.

Position Overview

The successful candidate will contribute to cutting-edge research on organizational behavior diversity and career development across the lifespan exploring how individuals and groups evolve within organizations over time. Research will emphasize rigorous empirical analysis using complex datasets to address questions related to age diversity inclusion career trajectories and workforce dynamics.

What We Offer

• A stimulating research environment focused on high-impact policy-relevant research
• Opportunities to develop a strong publication record in leading journals
• Access to rich longitudinal and multi-source datasets
• Mentorship and support for career development and academic progression

Why Join Us

This position offers an excellent opportunity for researchers who wish to apply advanced quantitative methods to address important questions related to diversity careers and organizational behavior across the lifespan while contributing to impactful methodologically rigorous research in a collaborative academic environment.

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Principal Investigator: Dr. Leire Gartzia

We offer

• Duration. 1 year renewable for up to 2 years.
• Annual salary and terms of payment. 36196.80 gross per year payable in 15 monthly addition the position includes substantial research support covering data collection conference participation research visits open-access publication costs and other resources necessary to facilitate the successful development of the postdoctoral research project.
• Contract type: The successful candidate will be appointed under the category of Associate Researcher (Investigador/a Asociado/a) according to the University of Deusto regulations.
• Location: Bilbao
• Expected start date: October 2026

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Required Qualifications

• PhD in Organizational Behavior Management Psychology Economics Sociology or a related field (completed by the start date of the appointment)
• Demonstrated expertise in advanced statistical techniques such as:
• Multilevel modeling (HLM mixed-effects models)
• Longitudinal and panel data analysis
• Structural equation modeling (SEM)
• Causal inference methods (e.g. fixed effects IV DiD)
• Advanced regression techniques
• Strong programming and analytical skills (R Stata Python Mplus or similar)
• Evidence of research productivity or strong pipeline

Preferred Profile

We are especially interested in candidates who:

• Enjoy working with complex nested or longitudinal data structures
• Aim to combine theoretical insight with rigorous empirical testing
• Have a strong interest in diversity inclusion and career development across different life and career stages.
• Value collaboration while pursuing independent research ideas
• Are interested in contributing to a growing research environment located in the Basque Country an attractive cultural region offering an excellent quality of life and outstanding opportunities for professional development.
• Are motivated to take an active role in supervising and supporting doctoral students and other members of the research team.

Other valuable aspects

• We are looking for a candidate with excellent interpersonal and communication skills the ability to work collaboratively a strong motivation for research and innovation adaptability and a commitment to the mission and values of the University of Deusto.
• The University of Deusto is committed to equal opportunities and encourages applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants holding an officially recognized disability certificate of 33% or higher are invited to indicate this in their application.

Application deadline

• Deadline for submitting applications: 31 August 2026
• Contact information:

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

In order to apply click the blue APPLY button and attach in a SINGLE PDF file the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV): include academic training research experience publications and methodological expertise. It should also include grants conference presentations teaching experience and relevant academic service.
• Research proposal (brief statement of research interests and future plans): present the main research interests situating them within their previous academic work and key research questions or methodologies. It should also outline proposed future research projects for the postdoctoral period and explain their relevance to the host institution and the applicants long-term academic development.
• Two Recommendation letters

The University of Deusto is firmly committed to equal opportunitiesdiversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless ofgenderage disability nationality ethnic origin or any other personal or social condition.

Candidates with a recognised disability are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided throughout the selection process when required.