Research Assistant to Prof. Xavier Vives

IESE Business School; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

IESE Business School in Barcelona seeks a research assistant to support projects across industrial organization, digital economies, and financial markets. You will participate in literature search and review, theoretical analysis, model simulation, data collection, and research design.

The role requires a BS in Economics or equivalent; a Master’s degree is valued. Proficiency in English and Spanish writing is required; Catalan is a plus. Work permit in Spain and full-time commitment.

Qualifications

• BS/Ba in Economics (or equivalent).
• Master in Economics or Finance valued.
• Strong writing skills in English and Spanish; Catalan valued.

Responsibilities

• Literature search and review for research topics.
• Theoretical analysis and model simulation.
• Data collection and research design.

Skills

English proficiency

Spanish proficiency

Catalan valued

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics

Master's degree in Economics or Finance

Tools

LaTeX/Scientific Word

MATLAB

R

Python

Mathematica

Stata

Job description

As a research assistant, you will have the opportunity to participate in all aspects of the research process (on topics covering industrial organization, digital economies, financial markets and banking) including literature search and review, theoretical analysis, model simulation, data collection, and research design.

Requirements:

• BS/Ba in Economics. Master in Economics or Finance and policy interest valued.
• Knowledge in LaTex/Scientific Word, Matlab, R, Python, Mathematica, Stata valued
• Work-permit in Spain
• High level command of English and excellent writing skills in English and Spanish (Catalan valued)
• Students finalizing a BS/Ba in Economics with strong record or a Master Degree are welcome
• Students envisaging to pursue an Economic or Business PhD are also welcome

Conditions:

Full-time position

1.830€ month before tax