Part-time Research Support Technician — Urban Studies & Geography

Autonomous University of Madrid (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid); España; On-site; EUR 9,800 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Autonomous University of Madrid (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid) is seeking a First Stage Researcher (R1) for part-time engagement with a 15 h/week schedule, starting 1 Jan 2027. The role supports a URByTUR project funded by the Madrid regional government, focusing on metropolitan dynamics and service-sector transformations.

Responsibilities include assisting the team, information gathering, surveys, and data management using MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Geography or Urban Studies.
• Good organisational and information management skills.
• Ability to support academic research activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a research team.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the research team in the implementation of project activities.
• Searching for, collecting and organising information relevant to the research project.
• Conducting surveys and interviews.
• Using Microsoft Office applications to support research activities and data management.

Skills

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geography or Urban Studies

Master's degree in Urban Studies or closely related field

PhD enrolment in Urban Studies (valued)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Autonomous University of Madrid (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid) is seeking a First Stage Researcher (R1) for part-time engagement with a 15 h/week schedule, starting 1 Jan 2027. The role supports a URByTUR project funded by the Madrid regional government, focusing on metropolitan dynamics and service-sector transformations.

Responsibilities include assisting the team, information gathering, surveys, and data management using MS Office.