Jan van Ours

Jan van Ours is a Professor of Applied Economics at Erasmus University Rotterdam and holds an emeritus title, alongside adjunct roles at Monash University. He earned his PhD in Economics from Erasmus University in 1986, with prior degrees in Mining Engineering (Delft University of Technology) and Economics (Erasmus University). His research focuses on labor economics, health economics, sports economics, and crime economics. Notable contributions include studies on labor market policies, smoking cessation peer effects, and the impact of cannabis use.

Education:

• PhD in Economics, Erasmus University Rotterdam (1986)
• Master's in Economics, Erasmus University Rotterdam (1982)
• Master's in Mining Engineering, Delft University of Technology (1977)

Research Interests:

• Labor Market Policies & Unemployment
• Health Behaviors & Substance Use
• Sports Economics & Team Performance
• Crime Deterrence Mechanisms
• Educational Outcomes of Immigrant Children

Editorial Roles:

• Managing Editor, De Economist (2010–present)
• Associate Editor, Labour Economics (2006–present)
• Editorial Board Member, Covid Economics (2020–2021)

Awards:

• Hicks-Tinbergen Medal (1996)
• Economic Journal Referee Prize (2012)
• Labour Economics Reviewing Excellence (2013–2014)

Teaching: Courses on Labor Economics, Health Economics, and Honors Research Methods. Active in the Erasmus Centre for Applied Sports Economics (ECASE).