Student assistent

Internetchemie; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A research institution in Germany is seeking a student assistant to support the preparation of surveys and conduct data analysis. Ideal candidates are enrolled in a social science program with strong quantitative skills and a keen interest in survey research. The role offers flexible hours and a collaborative environment in the heart of Berlin, along with a salary based on TdL guidelines.

Leistungen

Flexible working hours

Discounted leisure opportunities

Cafeteria with recreation rooms

Qualifikationen

• At least in the third semester of a BA program or enrolled in an MA.
• Strong interest in survey research and political sociology.

Aufgaben

• Support the preparation of the PALS 2.0 survey.
• Assist with data preparation and preliminary analyses.
• Conduct literature and background research.
• Help organize internal and international workshops.

Kenntnisse

Handling quantitative data

Statistical software (R or Stata)

Conducting literature searches

Written and spoken English

Organized working style

Ausbildung

Enrollment in a social science degree program

Jobbeschreibung

Your tasks

• Support the preparation of the PALS 2.0 survey, including questionnaire development, documentation, and quality assurance
• Assist with data preparation and preliminary analyses based on PALS 1.0 and other comparative datasets
• Conduct literature and background research on survey items, measurement concepts, and thematic modules
• Help organize internal and international workshops, including preparing materials and taking minutes
• Additional general student assistant tasks

Your profile

• Enrollment in a social science degree program (preferably political science, sociology, data science, or a related discipline); at least in the third semester of a BA program or enrolled in an MA
• Very good skills in handling quantitative data and extensive experience with at least one statistical software package (preferably R or Stata)
• Ability to conduct literature searches and prepare concise summaries of scientific work
• Strong interest in survey research, political sociology, comparative politics, and/or public opinion research
• Excellent written and spoken English
• A careful, well‑organized, and reliable working style, with the ability to work independently but also in a team

Desirable qualifications:

• Knowledge in questionnaire design
• Experience in (cross‑national) survey analysis

Our offer

• Remuneration according to the TdL guidelines (currently €13.98 per hour without a Bachelor’s degree and €14.59 per hour with a Bachelor’s degree)
• A well‑equipped workplace in the center of Berlin
• International, cooperative, and diversified working environment
• In‑depth integration into the scientific community in the form of colloquiums and conferences
• Thorough instruction and guidance
• Flexible working hours and the possibility of mobile working (at least 20% of the weekly working hours agreed in the contract)
• We promote a good work‑life balance
• Cafeteria with modern recreation rooms
• Discounted leisure and recreation opportunities with a membership in Sozialwerk.Bund
• Counselling and support services for WZB employees in difficult life situations

Your application

We value diversity and welcome all applications, irrespective of gender, nationality, ethnic or social origin, religion, disability, age, or sexual orientation. The WZB expressly encourages women and people with migration backgrounds to apply.

Equally qualified applicants with disabilities will be given preference.

If you have any questions regarding the job opening, please contact the assistant’s office ([phone]).

Further information on the Centre for Civil Society Research is available at https://www.wzb.eu/en/research/dynamics-of-political-systems/center-for-civil-society-research

Further information about the WZB is available at www.wzb.eu.

Have we caught your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application (cover letter, CV, certificates/transcripts, references if applicable) by 7th of December 2025. Job interviews are expected to take place in the week of 12 January 2026.