Her­d­is Stein­grims­dot­tir

My research explores how work and family life shape each other, and how public policies influence these dynamics. I study questions such as: How do parental leave and fertility policies affect careers and family formation? What are the long-term impacts of childhood illness or disability on education and work? And how do gender norms and welfare state institutions reinforce or reduce inequality? 

 My research addresses questions related to gender gaps, immigrant integration, social insurance, and intergenerational mobility. I focus on understanding how different policies influence family outcomes and labor market participation, and how this knowledge can contribute to ongoing policy debates.  

Alongside my academic work, I have also served as a member of the Monetary Policy Committee of the Central Bank of Iceland. This role reflects my broader interest in how macroeconomic policy interacts with household behavior, and it strengthens the link between my research, evidence-based policymaking, and real-world economic challenges.