Law Research Assistant: Social Media & Events (Part-Time)

Helsinki Innovation Services Ltd; Helsinki; Hybrid; EUR 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

The Faculty of Law at the University of Helsinki seeks 1–2 Research Assistants for a fixed‑term position of 1 year with the possibility of extension, starting as early as December 2026. The role involves supporting multiple research projects and outreach activities conducted in English.

Responsibilities include coordinating communications for projects, organizing events, and assisting with research tasks such as editing and proofreading.

Qualifications

• Proactive and creative in updating social media channels and project websites.
• Strong practical organizational skills.
• Basic understanding of how academic research works.
• Good command of spoken and written English.
• Positive, solution-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Communicate about activities and events of the research projects (social media, website, email).
• Assist with organization of events.
• Assist with research-related work, including finalizing, proofreading, and editing documents.
• Provide other practical and administrative assistance to research projects and groups.

Skills

Social media management

Organizational skills

Academic research basics

English proficiency

Proactive attitude

Finnish language (advantage)

Education

Undergraduate or Master's student

Tools

Canva

Job description

The Faculty of Law at the University of Helsinki seeks 1–2 Research Assistants for a fixed‑term position of 1 year with the possibility of extension, starting as early as December 2026. The role involves supporting multiple research projects and outreach activities conducted in English.

Responsibilities include coordinating communications for projects, organizing events, and assisting with research tasks such as editing and proofreading.