Sebastian Brunner joined the research group Educational Structures and Educational Opportunities at IHS in May 2022. He holds a Master's degree in Economics from the Vienna University of Economics and Business (WU) with specializations in Labor Market Economics and Spatial Economics.

His research focuses on the intersection of education and employment, exploring how institutional structures in education and labor markets shape individual career trajectories and socioeconomic outcomes. He employs advanced econometric methods and data science techniques, leveraging diverse survey and administrative data sources to generate empirical insights.