Join Switzerland's largest university and help drive research and innovation in development economics. You work in an inspiring environment, supporting research and managing projects in an internationally diverse team. This role is perfect if you enjoy taking initiative, managing multiple tasks, and improving how things work.
Your tasks
- Support all stages of research, including brainstorming, literature reviews, grant writing, reporting, ethical approvals, editing, and writing
- Assist research assistants with coding and data work
- Liaise with funders and collaborators
- Organize events, write reports, plan tasks and timelines
- Oversee project finances, manage hiring processes, and sub-contracting
- Co-lead a team of about 5 predoctoral research assistants
- Take part in teaching-related activities for economics courses and support the Director of Bachelor and Master Studies
- Organize opportunities for African students applying for PhDs through the Graduate Applications International Network (GAIN)
- Engage in international activities to diversify the economics discipline
- Handle administrative tasks such as managing team accounts, licenses, and logistics
What you bring
- Master's or doctoral degree in economics or a related field (public policy, political science, etc.), completed or in progress
- Solid understanding of econometrics and impact evaluation
- Interest in research and evaluation in developing countries
- Proficiency in data analysis; experience with STATA preferred (R or Python is a plus)
- Strong writing and editing skills; clear, professional communication in English (German is a plus)
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and willing to learn new skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to support a cooperative team
- Comfort with administrative tasks
- Prior experience as a research assistant, project coordinator, team supervisor, or in budget tracking is an advantage but not required
What we offer
- Work in an inspiring environment at a leading university
- Opportunity to take courses and attend seminars at the University of Zurich
- Be part of an internationally diverse team
- Contribute to research and education with real-world impact
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Über uns
The University of Zurich is Switzerland's largest university, known for cutting-edge research and top-class education. With around 10,000 employees and a wide range of fields, UZH offers a dynamic and supportive workplace where you can grow and make a difference.