Johannes König

Johannes König is a researcher and economic policy advisor whose work bridges labor economics, public economics, and the societal impacts of digitalization. He currently serves as an economic policy advisor at the German Federal Ministry of Finance and previously held a postdoctoral research position at DIW Berlin. His research focuses on economic inequality and the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) with labor market dynamics.

Education:

• Doctorate in Economics from Freie Universität Berlin

Research Trends: Johannes's recent work, such as his 2025 column on AI and worker wellbeing, highlights his interest in how technological advancements reshape employment structures and policy frameworks. His research often integrates empirical analysis of digitalization's effects on labor markets and inequality.

Affiliations & Projects: He contributed to the SOEP Digitalization project funded by the German Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs and has analyzed topics like AI's influence on productivity, labor market reforms, and policy responses to technological shifts.