Student assistant (research) for Department of Economics at Copenhagen Business School

Job title:

Student assistant (research) for Department of Economics at Copenhagen Business School

Company

Copenhagen Business School

Job description

Working as a Student Assistant at the Department of Economics
At the Department of Economics (ECON), Copenhagen Business School (CBS), Frederiksberg, Denmark we regard it a central task to explain what motivates decision-makers, how economic institutions are – or should be – designed, and whether the interaction between institutional design and motivation leads to an efficient or optimal outcome from society’s point of view. Our research is often related to specific challenges facing different organizations.We are looking for two student research assistants for an average of 15 hours per week. The position has a large degree of flexibility, including during exam periods and it has a fixed duration of 12 months. The expected start date is 1 June 2025. You are expected to be able to be present at the department on a regular basis. However, this will be defined in more detail together with your supervisor.Specifics for the positions and your role
The core activities of the student assistant will be compiling and cleaning data, writing code to implement analysis as directed by researchers in our department, producing publication-style tables and figures, and supporting faculty in working with registry data. You will undertake various tasks, including but not limited to: data management, statistical programming, and literature reviews. Some ad-hoc tasks will also be required.The Person
You will have a good understanding of economics and/or statistics and econometrics, e.g. from the pursuit of a related degree, as well as a good understanding of STATA. In addition, familiarity with registry data and programming languages Python and R is a plus. Solid academic grades in your current studies, fluency in English, an ability to work independently as well as in teams, good organizational skills, and a willingness/enthusiasm to learn new methods will also be important.When occupying the vacancies, we prioritize e.g.:

• Knowledge of STATA and/or R and/or Python
• Knowledge of economics, statistics and econometrics
• Experience from previous occupation
• Grades achieved

Salary and employment conditions
Employment will be according to the HK- organizational agreement and the Joint Agreement between the Ministry of Finance and Public Employees’ Organizations (OAO-S Joint Agreement).The salary currently ranges between DKK 141,15 and DKK 148,06 and is dependent on previous employment within the office field and educational level. Pension contributions are made. The pension contribution amounts to 16% of the pensionable salary components.It is a condition for employment that you are an active student enrolled at a Danish institution in higher education or a professional bachelor programme; and that, at the start date at the latest, you have a physical address in Denmark, a Danish social security number and a Danish bank account.The position is limited to 12 months. The average weekly working time will be 15 hours. It is expected that you can be physically present at the institute a few times a week, but specific working hours will be agreed upon.Recruitment Process
Copenhagen Business School invites all qualified candidates to apply for the position. A selection committee will review the applications and invite a selection of qualified candidates for an interview.One of CBS’s strategic goals is to promote diversity and inclusion within our organization. Therefore, we strive for a recruitment process that minimizes potential bias. We encourage applicants not to include photos or unnecessary personal information in the application.Job interviews are expected to be held from week 19.Additional Information
If you have questions about the position, you are welcome to contact Associate Professor, Ismir Mulalic ( ).
The workplace is Copenhagen Business School, Department of Economics, Porcelænshaven 16A, 2000 Frederiksberg.Your Application
You apply for the position online by opening the link “apply online,” where you fill out the application form and attach an application with information about previous employment, exam papers, and CV, including documentation that you are enrolled at a Danish higher education institution no later than May 2, 2025. If you have documentation of previous office experience, please attach it, but it is not a requirement.

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Location

København

Job date

Sat, 05 Apr 2025 23:54:29 GMT

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