Student assistant (f/m/x)

Facts

ID: 166457

Num. of employees:

ca. 500

Site:

Berlin (Berlin, Germany)

Type:

Student Assistant

Working Student

Duration:

until September 30, 2024 (extension possible)

Part-/Full-time:

10 hours per week

Starting date (earliest):

01/09/23

Starting date (latest):

01/10/23

Remuneration:

TV Stud III of the state of Berlin

Scope:

Education

Humanities and Social Sciences

Politics

Social Sciences

Statistics

Field of studies:

Humanities and Social Sciences

Working language:

English

Language skills:

English (excellent knowledge of language)

Student assistant (f/m/x)

English

Working field:

The WZB research group "Health and Social Inequality" (Head: Prof. Dr. Jan Paul Heisig) is looking for a

student assistant (f/m/x)

with a working time of 10 hours per week. Employment can begin on September 1 or October 1, 2023 (depending on the selected candidate's preference), and will initially be limited until September 30, 2024 (extension possible).

The WZB Berlin Social Science Center is a publicly financed research institution that conducts leading-edge theory-based and problem-oriented social science research (https:// www. wzb.eu/en). WZB researchers come from across the globe and work across social science disciplines including sociology, political science, economics, law, and psychology. A member of the Leibniz Association, WZB's research is directed at the science community, policy makers, the media and the general public.

Tasks

Support in the preparation and analysis of complex quantitative data (e.g. panel and event data) using Stata or R

Research and evaluation of English-language research literature

Support in the preparation of presentations and publications (e.g. preparation of graphs and tables, proofreading of texts, preparation and formatting of bibliographies)

Organizational support for courses and scientific conferences or workshops

Requirements:

Requirements

Enrollment in a bachelor's or master's degree program, preferably in sociology or another social science program

Demonstrable interest in topics related to the research group's agenda (e.g., health and social inequality, life course sociology)

Solid background in quantitative methods of social research

Experience with Stata and/or R as well as MS Office

Very good knowledge of English

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Additional desirable qualifications

Experience with longitudinal and multilevel data

Familiarity with LaTeX

What we offer:

What we offer

Remuneration in accordance with TV Stud III of the state of Berlin (currently EUR 12.96 per hour)

A well-equipped workplace in the center of Berlin

International, cooperative, and diversified working environment

In-depth integration into the scientific community in the form of colloquiums and conferences

Thorough instruction and guidance

Flexible working hours and the possibility of mobile working (at least 20% of the weekly working hours agreed in the contract)

We promote a good work-life balance, and our engagement has been certified by audit workandfamily and the European Commission's Human Resources Strategy for Researchers (HRS4R)

Cafeteria with modern recreation rooms

How to apply:

Equally qualified applicants with disabilities will be given preference. We value diversity and welcome all applications – irrespective of gender, nationality, ethnic or social origin, religion, disability, age, or sexual orientation. WZB expressly encourages women or persons with migration backgrounds to apply.

Please apply with your complete documents (cover letter, CV/without photo, references and grade certificates, including high school diploma or equivalent) in one pdf file by June 25, 2023. Interviews are expected to take place at the WZB on July 10 or 11, 2023.

Questions about the position will be answered by Jan Paul Heisig (jan.heisigatwzb.eu).

Make an Application

Closing date:

25/06/23

Contact person:

Jan Heisig (jan.heisigatwzb.eu)

by internet:

https: // wzb.hr4you.org/job/apply/209/student-assistant-f ...

Application papers:

cover letter, CV/without photo, references and grade certificates, including high school diploma or equivalent