About

👤 Assoc. Prof. Dr. Volkan Işık

I am an academic specializing in labour economics, social policy, and social entrepreneurship. My work focuses on analysing labour market dynamics, designing inclusive employment policies, and developing sustainable socio-economic models.

I have over 18 years of academic and professional experience, including research, teaching, and project-based work with EU-funded programs, TÜBİTAK, and regional development agencies.

My research primarily addresses: - Labour market transitions and employment policies
- Social entrepreneurship ecosystems
- Occupational health and safety
- Disadvantaged groups and inclusive labour markets
- The future of work and artificial intelligence

🎯 Areas of Expertise

Design and analysis of impact-driven ventures, sustainable business models, and social entrepreneurship ecosystems.

⚖️ Labour Law and Employment Regulations

Employment contracts, termination processes, employer obligations, and practical legal frameworks governing labour relations.

Structure and functioning of social insurance schemes, public pension systems, and institutional applications.

🦺 Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)

Workplace accidents, occupational diseases, risk assessment, and regulatory frameworks (including OHS legislation).

👥 Human Resource Management

Recruitment, performance management, compensation systems, motivation, job analysis, and organizational processes.

📊 Labour Market Analysis & Data-Driven Decision Making

Quantitative and qualitative analysis of labour markets, policy evaluation, and evidence-based decision processes.

🌍 Academic and Professional Approach

My work integrates: - Academic rigor - Policy relevance - Applied research - Impact-oriented analysis

I aim to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world applications, producing insights that support policymakers, institutions, and organizations.

🤝 Collaboration

I am open to academic collaborations, research partnerships, and consultancy projects.

📧 volkani@hacettepe.edu.tr