Research Assistant at hourly wage

23. Januar 2025

Stellenbeschreibung

Department of Economics
Research Assistant at hourly wage 25 – 35 % Start of employment as early as possible, temporary

The Department of Economics at the University of Zurich is a leading, world-renowned teaching and research center in the field of economics. With more than 300 members, it is known for its innovative work and is committed to a truly multidisciplinary approach, which combines modern economics with elements of history, political science, psychology, sociology, biology, and neuroscience. The team of Professor Andreas I. Mueller at the Department of Economics is hiring a research assistant for projects on job search behavior, unemployment dynamics, and inequality across demographic groups. In our research projects we analyze large survey datasets from the European Union as well as administrative data from Switzerland and Austria. The main goal of these projects is to contribute to the scientific debate in labor economics. We also aim to participate in the public debate by writing policy reports for government agencies.

Your responsibilities

Your main task is to help us apply for, prepare and analyze the data. Additional tasks include reviewing literature and preparing reports and presentations. We offer the opportunity to acquire firsthand research experience and skills for data analysis that will be useful in both your studies and your professional life and the opportunity to collaborate on research projects that are innovative and highly relevant to current political debates.

Your profile

study economics (BA or MA level)
currently enrolled as student at the University of Zurich
motivated to actively collaborate on empirical research projects
dedicated to mastering Stata and LaTeX, previous experience is a plus
can work independently and diligently in the preparation and analysis of the data

Information on your application Please send your cover letter, CV, and transcript of records to Olga Ring by e-mail.

What we offer

Work-Life Balance

Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing)
Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH

Learning and Development

Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich
Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich

Food

Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias
Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution

Healthcare

Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ
Free seasonal flu vaccinations
Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower

Discounts

Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space
Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions
Special conditions on hotel reservations

Conditions of Employment

Policies of the UZH
Most UZH staff are employed according to public law

International Services

Support for people from outside Switzerland

Campuses

Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg

Location

Department of Economics Schönberggasse 1, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland

Further information

Questions about the job

Olga Ring

+41 44 634 43 40

Working at UZH

The University of Zurich, Switzerland’s largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent and skills to work with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer!

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