Student Assistant CBPD

Institut für Wirtschaftsforschung Halle (IWH); Halle (Saale); Vor Ort; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

An economic research institute in Halle is looking for a Student Assistant (f/m/x) to support economic research. Enrolled in a Master’s program or nearing a Bachelor's degree? Join an international team, gain insights into applied research, and work on exciting data projects while honing your programming skills. The role offers a flexible work schedule for 10-20 hours weekly.

Leistungen

Excellent learning environment

Flexible working times

Opportunity for small research projects

Qualifikationen

• Programming skills in Stata are required.
• Solid understanding of statistics and econometrics is necessary.
• Fluency in English is mandatory.

Aufgaben

• Assist with coding and data preparation using statistical software.
• Help in programming for graphical representation and analysis.
• Support exploratory research and report writing.

Kenntnisse

Programming skills in Stata

Understanding of statistics and econometrics

Diligence

Self-reliance

Fluency in English

Ausbildung

Master’s program in economics, data science or business

Bachelor’s degree (with plans for a Master)

Tools

Stata

Python

R

Jobbeschreibung

Student Assistant CBPD

2025/S06

DEADLINE: 2026-01-05

The Halle Institute for Economic Research (IWH) – Member of the Leibniz Association seeks to hire a Student Assistant (f/m/x) for 10-20 hours per week (negotiable) to support the research and data work of the Scientific Team of “CompNet – The Competitive Research Network” led by Prof. Javier Miranda in the IWH Center for Business and Productivity Dynamics (IWH-CBPD).

The contract will have a duration for at least half a year, but an extension would be desired.

Enrolled students in a Master’s program in economics, data science or business or close to attaining a Bachelor’s degree (with plans to pursue a Master afterwards) are offered an opportunity to gain insights into applied economic research in an international team of scholars, based in Halle.

Areas of responsibility

• Coding and data preparation using statistical software, in particular Stata
• Programming for graphical representation and econometric or statistical analysis
• Assistance with project‑related and exploratory research
• Assistance with writing reports and policy notes

Qualification and requirements

• Programming skills (and ideally experience) in Stata. Programming skills in Python or R are not required, but would be considered a bonus
• Solid understanding of statistics and econometrics
• Diligence, self‑reliance, and reliability in data work
• Fluency (spoken and written) in English

Our Offer

• Excellent learning environment with insights into applied economic research, especially for students thinking about pursuing an academic career
• Environment and opportunity to hone programming skills and become an expert with Stata
• Work in team with internationally renowned economists and institutional partners, with exciting data and research agenda
• Flexible working times
• A possibility for small research projects within the group, depending on contract hours

Documents to be submitted

• Letter of motivation (max. 1 page)
• Curriculum vitae (short version)
• Copy of school leaving certificate (Abitur/A-level)
• Transcript of records
• Copy of Bachelor's certificate (if available)
• Copy of certificate of enrolment
• Copy of work and/or internship certificates (if available)

Application procedure

Please apply online for the position: 2025/S06 Student Assistant CBPD via our application site by 2026-01-05. Incoming applications will be evaluated on the basis of professional qualifications. Talents will be considered for employment regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity. Jonathan Deist (Tel [phone]; [e-mail]) will be happy to answer any questions or provide further information.

Jonathan Deist

Economist in the Centre for Business and Productivity Dynamics (IWH-CBPD)

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.

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