Collaborator in research methodology and statistical data analysis

Eurac Research; Bolzano; In loco; EUR 10.000 - 30.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A prominent research organization in Bolzano is looking for a motivated collaborator to support the Statistics Office. The role involves assisting in data collection, preparing and analyzing data, and consulting with researchers on design methods. Ideal candidates hold a Master's degree with training in social sciences, economics, or statistics, have strong analytical skills, and are proficient in German, Italian, and English. This position offers a one-year fixed-term contract with potential for permanence.

Servizi

Opportunity to work on diverse research projects

High quality of life in Bolzano

Possibility of a permanent position

Competenze

• MSc with scientific training in social sciences, economics or statistics.
• Experience in research design, surveys design, sampling methods.
• Knowledge in statistical tools like SPSS or R.

Mansioni

• Support statistical staff in data collection and analysis.
• Consult researchers in research design.
• Coordinate administrative tasks for surveys.

Conoscenze

Statistical and analytical skills

Excellent German and/or Italian

Very good English

Planning and organization skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to work independently and in team

Formazione

MSc Degree in social sciences, economics, or statistics

Strumenti

SPSS

R

Descrizione del lavoro

Statistics Office

Short description of the position: For the Eurac Research Statistic Office we are looking for a motivated collaborator supporting the Office in daily activities.

Tasks

• Supporting the Statistics Office in assisting the scientific staff in the collection, preparation, processing, analysis and interpretation/evaluation of empirical quantitative.
• Consulting Eurac researchers during the conception of research and research designs based on datasets of different sizes and topics.
• Working at the interface of exploratory, descriptive and multivariate data analysis.
• Undertaking administrative tasks to coordinate and support Eurac surveys workflow.

Requirements

• Msc Degree with scientific training focused on social sciences, economics or statistics
• Experience and interest in one or more of the following areas is expected: research design,
• Surveys design, sampling methods, qualitative and quantitative techniques
• Statistical and analytical skills (preferentially knowledge in SPSS, R)
• Excellent German and/or Italian, both written and spoken
• Very good English, both written and spoken
• Good planning and organization skills
• Capacity to effectively communicate technical issues to a variety of audience, in both written and oral form
• The ability to work independently and in team

Desired requirements

• Familiarity with software Survey Monkey
• Experience and/or interest in policy evaluation

We offer

• In-dept insight in a high number of research projects with the possibility to explore and consolidate sound competences in data analysis and research methodology.
• Fixed term contract of one year with the possibility to turn it into a permanent position upon mutual satisfaction between parties, approximately starting from March 2026.
• The opportunity to work in a young international environment.
• A surrounding offering a high quality of life.
• Eurac Research has been elected among the best work places in Italy and offers many opportunities in combining work and family activities.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit their application (CV, cover letter and further relevant documents) by 20-01-2026.