The Global Labor Organization (GLO) is pleased to announce a call for submissions for its annual conference (GLO-JOPE-Bonn-2026), which will be held from November 30 – December 2, 2026 in-person in Bonn/Germany and December 3-4, 2026 online. (Submission deadline for regular contributed papers is September 14, 2026.)
Affiliated to this online part of the conference are online Job Market Sessions for young scholars, which have been very successful in previous years. The submission deadline for these sessions is November 1, 2026.
GLO Young Scholars Program invites job market candidates (PhD students or postdocs currently on the market in North America, Europe or Asia) to submit their research for presentation in dedicated job market sessions. This is a valuable opportunity to showcase your work and gain exposure in a supportive and high-profile environment. A special social event, including a networking and mentoring session for the selected presenters, will take place after the presentations.
Session Focus: The job market sessions will focus on research related to labor, demography, health, or human resources broadly defined. We welcome submissions from candidates in all related disciplines.
Submission Requirements: Proposals must include:
- A paper or extended abstract of one’s Job Market Paper
- A CV
Session Regions Preferences: The job market sessions will also be organized by region based on their preferences for the timing of their presentations and the market of potential employers:
- North America
- Europe
- Asia
Please indicate your session preference in your submission. Presentations will be in English.
Submission Deadline: All submissions must be received by November 1, 2026 Notification of decision will be sent on November 8, 2026.
Submission Process: Please click on the link below (or scan the QR code below) to submit your information and the required documents. If you have any questions regarding the submission process, feel free to contact Dr. Le Wang, Director of GLO Young Scholars Program.
Benefits of Being Selected as a Presenter:
- Presenters are invited to provide a link to their personal websites which will be featured on the GLO website in the conference program, enhancing their portfolio’s visibility within the global research community.
- Presenters will also be invited to a special social event featuring networking and a mentoring session focused on the job market experience, where committee members and peers share insights and advice.
- Presenters will also have the opportunity to serve as a discussant for another selected paper, gaining valuable experience engaging with and providing constructive feedback on research by fellow job market candidates.
- The online format minimizes costs, making participation accessible to candidates with limited financial resources. To further support early-career scholars, registration fees are waived for all job market candidates. This encourages a diverse set of institutions to be represented.
- Gain valuable experience presenting your research in a highly supportive environment, helping you refine your job market pitch and assess the progress of your work.
- Presenters will be eligible for an invitation to join the prestigious GLO network as a research affiliate, providing further opportunities for collaboration and professional growth.
We look forward to your participation and to supporting the next generation of scholars in labor and related fields.
Organizing Committee:
Including Le Wang (Chair) Virginia Tech, Nazanin Sedaghatkish (Sam Houston State University)
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