Research Assistant (temporary employment)
Stockholms Universitet / Ekonomijobb / Stockholm
2024-05-17
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The Institute for International Economic Studies (IIES) is looking for a Research Assistant/project coordinator in economics. As part of the job, you will coordinate research project activities at the Institute, support the design, implementation, data processing and data analysis of lab experiments and support application processes for external funding. The position offers great development opportunities for those interested in participating in internationally leading economic research.
IIES is one of the leading research institutes in economics in the Nordic countries and Europe. The institute aims to produce leading economic research on important societal issues. The Institute is an international workplace with English as its working language. We value a committed, dynamic and collaborative work environment.
Main responsibilities
We are looking for a research assistant who can contribute with experience and knowledge in the design, implementation and data processing and analysis of lab experiments in Eastern Africa, project management and applications for external funding. You will work in close collaboration with the researchers at IIES and will be responsible for managing multiple parallel projects, documenting your work and delivering on time. The tasks and environment will give you the chance to gain significant experience in how leading economic research is conducted.
Qualification requirements
We are looking for a person with a university degree in economics or a related field. We are searching for analytically minded candidates who are interested in the social sciences and economic research. We are particularly interested in applicants with demonstrated experience in quantitative research, in particular in the design, implementation, data processing and data analysis of lab experiments. We will also prioritize candidates who can demonstrate an ability to lead, manage and further expand large-scale research projects. Experience in STATA, R, ArcGIS and especially Python software is highly desirable. It is an advantage to have experience of field studies in developing countries, especially in East African countries. The working language is English and you are expected to be able to communicate fluently in English both orally and in writing. We are looking for a person with a university degree in economics or a related field. We are searching for analytically minded candidates who are interested in the social sciences and economic research. We are particularly interested in applicants with demonstrated experience in quantitative research, in particular in the design, implementation, data processing and data analysis of lab experiments. We will also prioritize candidates who can demonstrate an ability to lead, manage and further expand large-scale research projects. Experience in STATA, R, ArcGIS and especially Python software is highly desirable. It is an advantage to have experience of field studies in developing countries, especially in East African countries. The working language is English and you are expected to be able to communicate fluently in English both orally and in writing.
Terms of employment
The position is full-time and limited to 12 months. Starting date according to agreement, but preferably in October. Salaries at Stockholm University are determined individually; therefore, please indicate your requested salary.
Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all.
Contact
If you have any questions about the project or the position, please contact Ingvild Almås,
ingvild.almas@iies.su.se.
Union representatives
Ingrid Lander (Saco-S), telephone: +46 708 16 26 64,
saco@saco.su.se, Alejandra Pizarro Carrasco (Fackförbundet ST/OFR), telephone: +46 8 16 34 89,
alejandra@st.su.se, and
seko@seko.su.se (SEKO).
Application
Apply for the position at Stockholm University's recruitment system. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the job advertisement, and that it is submitted before the deadline.
Only include the cover letter and CV in your application. Bring copies of grades and certificates if you are called to an interview.
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You are welcome to apply!
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