Remote Research Associate, Global Organized Crime Index

Jobgether; Switzerland; Remote; CHF 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote working arrangement

Six-month fixed-term contract

Job summary

Jobgether, on behalf of a partner company, seeks an Associate – Global Organized Crime Index, remotely in Switzerland. The six-month, full-time contract involves desk research, data collection, expert coordination, and producing analytical profiles for review.

You will engage with a global research team, identify experts, update country profiles, and assist dissemination of findings, while maintaining accuracy and meeting tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Organized Crime or a related social science discipline, such as Criminology, Security Studies, Law, International Relations, or International Crime and Justice.
• Strong research experience, particularly in conducting structured research and gathering reliable information.
• Fluency in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy when handling large amounts of information.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a small team.
• Capacity to manage multiple responsibilities systematically and meet strict deadlines, including under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage experts in organized crime to support the development and dissemination of the Global Organized Crime Index.
• Participate in regular virtual meetings, providing progress updates and relevant information to the Research Coordinator and Project Lead.
• Coordinate and organize expert group meetings, workshops, virtual meetings, and other project-related events.
• Contribute to drafting, reviewing, and updating documentation related to the Index.
• Conduct country-specific and thematic research on organized crime trends, events, and developments.
• Regularly update country profiles covering criminal markets, organized crime actors, and national resilience mechanisms across assigned regions.
• Consolidate research findings and expert feedback into comprehensive profiles prepared for expert review.
• Support communication and dissemination activities to increase the visibility and reach of the Index.
• Assist with administrative duties and other project-related tasks as required.

Skills

Research skills

English fluency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Deadline driven

Independent worker

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminology or related social science

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Jobgether, on behalf of a partner company, seeks an Associate – Global Organized Crime Index, remotely in Switzerland. The six-month, full-time contract involves desk research, data collection, expert coordination, and producing analytical profiles for review.

You will engage with a global research team, identify experts, update country profiles, and assist dissemination of findings, while maintaining accuracy and meeting tight deadlines.