Research Assistant (Bachelor/Master) (m/w/d)

Your tasks

• Synchronizing and cleaning data from different household surveys
• Conducting background research on how to measure wealth from household survey data
• Later working with geospatial data

What we offer:

• Insights into a data-intensive research project in development economics
• Option to become a PhD student at the chair in case of mutual interest and excellent performance

Your profile

• Bachelor or, preferably, Master student
• Interest in development economics
• Interest in data-driven research
• Strong dedication to details
• Ability to work independently and communicate proactively
• Basic programming skills in Stata or R
• Prior experience with GIS software would be an asset

The Swiss Institute for International Economics (SIAW-HSG) is seeking a Bachelor or, preferably, Master student to fill the position of a research assistant at the chair of Prof. Dr. Roland Hodler. The research assistant contributes to a project in development economics using household surveys and geospatial data. The position is initially limited to three months but could potentially be extended or converted to a position for a PhD student.

We are looking forward to your online-application. apply here

For job-related questions

Prof. Dr. Roland Hodler
Professor of Economics
Tel: +41 71 224 25 78
roland.hodler@unisg.ch

«I am delighted that you are interested in this position at our University and would be pleased to meet you soon.»

SIAW-HSG
roland.hodler@unisg.ch

«I am looking forward to receiving your application»

Your place of work

University of St.Gallen

«A place where knowledge is created» - As one of Europe's leading universities of economics and business administration, the University of St.Gallen (HSG), Switzerland, is committed to the education of over 8800 students. The HSG is one of the largest employers in the region and provides an attractive and innovative environment for more than 3300 researchers, educators and professional staff.