Research Assistant

Stockholms universitet; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious Swedish university is seeking two full-time pre-doctoral research fellows starting in October 2025. The role involves supporting research projects in political economy, including data collection and advanced econometric analysis. Ideal candidates will possess a bachelor's or master's degree with substantial quantitative coursework, strong communication skills, and a keen interest in economics. This position offers mentorship and opportunities for further academic development.

Benefits

Dynamic research environment

International work exposure

Location in National City Park

Qualifications

• Strong interest in economics and social issues.
• Ability to work independently.
• Focus on quantitative analysis.

Responsibilities

• Processing and handling of large data sets.
• Statistical and econometric analysis.
• Writing reports summarizing analysis.
• Conducting literature reviews.

Skills

Data processing

Statistical analysis

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in quantitative field

Tools

Stata

R

Python

Job description

Overview

The Department of Economics belongs to the Faculty of Social Sciences at Stockholm University and employs around 90 workers. We conduct top-level research and provide education in Economics with the help of a well-functioning administration. We are an international and dynamic department located at the center of campus in Frescati, north of the Stockholm city center.

Main responsibilities

The Department of Economics at Stockholm University is looking for two full-time pre-doctoral research fellows for a year starting in October 2025. The research fellows will support and collaborate on a series of new and ongoing projects related to political economy. The work includes data collection and processing and advanced econometric analysis in research projects with large survey and text databases. The research fellows will work closely with Associate Professor Ferenc Szucs and Assistant Professor Mitch Downey. The successful applicant will receive mentoring from the above-mentioned team of researchers. Research fellows are physically based at the Department of Economics, Stockholm University, and work closely with the group members. Previous assistants at the Department of Economics, Stockholm University, have gone on to top-ranked doctoral programs in economics.

• Processing and handling of large data sets.
• Statistical and econometric analysis.
• Writing reports summarizing analysis.
• Writing literature reviews.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a subject that includes substantial quantitative coursework, for example Master in Engineering, Economics or Statistics
• Strong interest in economics and social issues.
• Good communication skills, both in written and oral presentation.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good organizational skills.

Other useful qualifications:

• A focus on quantitative analysis.
• Programming skills in Stata, R, and Python.
• Experience working with large data sets.
• Experience working with Large Language Models (e.g. ChatGPT).

In the recruitment process, we attach great importance to your personal qualities, such as a positive attitude, service-mindedness, accuracy and cooperation skills, as well as your ability to be flexible and occasionally work under time pressure.

About The Employment

The employment is fixed-term and full-time for 12 months starting from October 2025. Stockholm University applies individual salary setting.

We offer

We offer a dynamic environment where you will experience the interaction between higher education and research. You will work in an international environment and get favourable conditions. The university is located in the National City Park with good transport links to the city.

Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all.

Contact

For more information about the position, contact Associate Professor Ferenc Szucs, [e-mail].

Application

Apply for the position at Stockholm University\'s recruitment system. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete and that it is submitted before the deadline. The instructions for applicants are available at: How to apply for a position.

Stockholm University contributes to the development of sustainable democratic society through knowledge, enlightenment and the pursuit of truth.

Note: Internal recruitment metadata such as Anställningsform, Anställningens omfattning, and references are not shown in this public-facing description.