GradAB is the joint doctoral programme in labour market research of the Institute for Employment Research (IAB) and the School of Business, Economics and Society of the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU). It offers an excellent environment to prepare graduates for a career in academia and in policy consulting.
Every year the IAB provides up to seven scholarships with a standard funding period of 3 years. The extension for a fourth year is possible. You can find information on the application process and requirements here.
Doctoral students can participate in international classes given by renowned researchers in addition to the regular study programme in order to deepen their theoretical, methodological and empirical skills.
Our scholarship holders benefit from IAB's large network in science and policy advice. Further individual support is provided by experienced mentors working at the IAB.
The IAB aims at increasing the share of doctoral students with disabilities. For this reason, applications from disabled persons are highly welcome.
We value equal opportunities and welcome applications from women.
