Research Assistant 25-50%

We invite applications for a Research Assistant position (20-25%) under the supervision of Michaela Slotwinski. The position is set to begin on August 15, 2024, or as agreed upon.

Job starts: 15.08.2024
Term: fixed-term contract
Location: Neuchâtel

Your tasks :

• Support in teaching and tutoring in quantitative methods for social sciences.
• Assist in field experiments in collaboration with the University of Zurich.
• Support in the development and execution of research projects.
• Conduct literature reviews, data collection, data visualization, and statistical analysis.

Your profile:

• • You are currently a master's student in economics or a related field.
• • You have excellent knowledge of undergraduate econometrics.
• • You have a good working knowledge of STATA.
• • You have strong social and communication skills.

What we offer :

• The opportunity to acquire firsthand research experience useful in both your studies and professional life.
• The opportunity to develop mentoring and teaching skills.
• Excellent working conditions (university, infrastructure, city, sports facilities).

Application procedure:

The application file (one single PFD), containing detailed curriculum vitae, a statement of interest, copies of diplomas accompanied by grades transcript, should be sent by email to michaela.slotwinski@unine.ch.

Applications are handled on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Further information can be obtained from Prof. Michaela Slotwinski (michaela.slotwinski@unine.ch) or by visiting the website of the Institute.

The University of Neuchâtel is actively engaged in the implementation of its responsibility and provides non-discriminatory working conditions.