Published: 2023-05-24
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Duties
The research assistant will work closely with us on a project studying the careers of scientists. The position is temporary for 2,5 months.
Typical tasks include preparing and analyzing data, assisting with literature reviews and gathering background information, and collecting data using webscrapers/ link databases on researchers with a fuzzy linking algorithm.
Requirements
The ideal candidate should have a university level education (or be enrolled) in economics and have experience with automated linking of records across large databases. You will also need programming skills in Python, as well as experience in using databases (e.g. SQL) and data analysis. Good knowledge of English is a requirement.
To apply
Please submit a CV, a transcript (unofficial is sufficient) and a short cover letter. We would prefer to receive your application in English. The cover letter should describe: your motivation for applying, why you fit the position and your possible start date and time availability per week. In case you have a writing sample (e.g. a thesis, extended problem sets with original empirical analysis including code used), feel free to attach a copy.
About the employment
The employment is a temporary position, 2,5 months. Scope of employment 80 %. Starting date 15 August. Placement: Uppsala
For further information about the position, please contact: Christoph Hedtrich, [email protected].
Please submit your application by 8 June 2023, UFV-PA 2023/2027.
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Placement: Department of Economics
Type of employment: Part-time , Special fixed-term employment
Pay: Individual salary
Number of positions: 1
Working hours: 80%
Town: Uppsala
County: Uppsala län
Country: Sweden
Union representative:
Seko Universitetsklubben
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ST/TCO
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Saco-rådet
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Number of reference: UFV-PA 2023/2027
Last application date: 2023-06-08
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