About
Jan Bietenbeck is a Senior Lecturer at Lund University, affiliated with the Department of Economics and the Centre for Economic Demography. He contributes to research in labor economics, economics of education, and health economics, aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to poverty reduction and quality education.
- Labor Economics
- Economics of Education
- Health Economics
- Prosocial Behavior
- Student Achievement
- Instruction Time
- Educational Equity
His recent publications focus on the impact of macroeconomic conditions on prosocial behavior, peer effects in educational settings, and teacher knowledge as a driver of student outcomes. He utilizes empirical methods to analyze long-term socioeconomic impacts and policy-relevant educational reforms. Current projects include leading a study on cultural factors in entrepreneurship (2024–2027) and collaborative work on economic demography.
Jan supervises PhD students and serves as an assistant supervisor for dissertation projects. He actively participates in international conferences and peer review processes. His research has been disseminated through platforms like The Conversation and cited in public policy discussions.
