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
📌 Social Entrepreneurship & Business Model Development
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.
🛡️ Social Security Systems
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