At the crossroads of digital innovation, green goals and social change, we uncover how labour markets evolve, shaping a future that is inclusive and sustainable.
In the Labour Market Department, we delve into the evolving dynamics of work, exploring how digital and green transformations reshape industries, how cross-border workers integrate into economies, and how policies influence employment, inequality, wellbeing and health. With a commitment to understanding these complex shifts, we blend economics, sociology, data science and machine learning to uncover innovative solutions.
Our research is not just about data; it is about change. By forging strategic partnerships and collaborating across disciplines, we bring fresh perspectives to policymakers and stakeholders. From Luxembourg to the global stage, our insights are shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future of work — one where innovation meets societal wellbeing and data-driven solutions create lasting impact.
Explore the key topics driving our department’s work, from digital transformation and the green economy, to labour market policies and health equity. Each focus area addresses critical challenges and fosters innovative solutions aimed at shaping policies that promote progress, inclusivity and sustainability across society.
Our department brings together skilled experts committed to impactful research and innovative solutions. With extensive experience and forward-thinking agendas, we drive meaningful change and shape policies that enhance societal wellbeing.
Explore the impactful projects and publications from our department. These resources highlight our commitment to advancing knowledge and driving positive change in society.
Strengthening global labour economics research and policy engagement | The Luxembourg Institute of Socio-Economic Research (LISER) is proud to announce that the IZA Network, one of the world’s foremost communities in labour economics, will join LISER as its new institutional home starting January 1, 2026.
LISER and its 17 partners of the Cahiers de la Grande Région have just presented the 9th Cahier at the 89th edition of the Agricultural, Forestry, and Agri-food Fair of Libramont (Belgium).
The Discussion Paper on an AI-related topic published in 2024 by Christina Gathmann (LISER and IZA), Felix Grimm (LISER), and Erwin Winkler (University of Erlangen-Nürnberg and IZA) has been selected for the 2025 IZA Award for Innovative Research on a Pressing Public Issue (IRPPI).
