Research Assistant - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The Institute for International Economic Studies (IIES) seeks to hire two research assistants/data analysts in economics. Within the framework of the position, you will supply data support to research projects at the Institute. The position entails large possibilities to develop your competencies if you are interested in participating in internationally leading research in economics.

IIES is one of the foremost research institutes in economics in the Nordic countries and Europe. Its objective is to produce leading economic research on important questions in society. The Institute is an international workplace with English as its work language. We value a devoted, dynamic and cooperative research environment.

For more information about us, please visit: The Institute for International Economic Studies (IIES).

Main responsibilities

Modern economic research does, to an increasing extent, build on the analysis of large amounts of data. This entails challenges as concerns collecting, handling and analyzing data. We are looking for a research assistant who can contribute experience and knowledge of data analysis. You will be working closely with the researchers at the lIES and will be responsible for dealing with several parallel projects, documenting your work and delivering within set timeframes. The work tasks and the environment will provide you with the opportunity to obtain considerable experience in how leading research is carried out.

Qualification requirements

We are looking for candidates with an analytical mind who are interested in research in the social sciences and economics. Computer science, statistics or other quantitative subjects all constitute relevant educational backgrounds. We are particularly interested in applicants with proved experience of quantitative research, data processing, data scrapping, text analysis, data visualization and/or administration of surveys. Knowledge of the programs STATA, R, ArcGIS and Python are very valuable. The work language is English and you are expected to have excellent English skills in both reading and writing.

In the evaluation process, there will be much emphasis on personal qualities.

About the employment

The position is full time with a duration of 8 months. Starting date August 15, 2026, at the earliest. Salaries at Stockholm university are determined individually.

We offer

With us, you will experience the dynamic interaction between higher education and research that makes Stockholm University an exciting and creative environment. You will work in an international environment and get favourable conditions. The university is located in the National City Park with good transport links to the city.

Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all.

Contact

Further information about the project and the position can be obtained from Konrad Burchardi, konrad.burchardi@iies.su.se.

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 and that it is submitted before the deadline.

The instructions for applicants are available at: How to apply for a position.