2024年10月，粤港澳大湾区研究院李萍教授（客座教授）、谌新民教授共同撰写的论文“Gender dynamics in dual-earner couples Spousal occupational status and working hours”在《Economic and Industrial Democracy》发表。

【Abstract】

In the ever-evolving landscape of contemporary households, this study explores how a spouse’s job status impacts working hours in dual-earner households, emphasizing gender dynamics. Analyzing data from the 2011–2017 Chinese General Social Survey, it finds that higher occupational status for either spouse correlates with reduced work hours for both genders. Yet, gender-specific differences arise. Husbands with higher job status tend to engage less in household chores, increasing women’s burden. This research deepens the understanding of labor market fairness and household division, emphasizing the necessity for a thorough investigation into these dynamics for precise insight into employment dynamics within dual-income families.