Research Assistant in Development Economics / Research Assistantess in Development Economics

Development Economics Group (ETH-DEC)

The Development Economics Group (DEC) at ETH Zurich is dedicated to empirical economics research that informs more effective policies aimed at reducing global poverty and inequalities. Our mission is to foster social innovations that address these critical issues through empirical and experimental economic research.

Position Overview

We are currently offering a research assistant position in Development Economics, starting on the 1st of October for a duration of 6 months. This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking research experience between their Master's degree and a PhD program.

Key Responsibilities

• Cleaning data sets and conducting or reproducing statistical analyses in preparation for academic publications.
• Visualizing results and performing literature reviews and data searches.
• Assisting with organizational tasks related to the operation of our research group.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in economics, statistics, or development studies.
• A strong background in quantitative methods with a passion for coding.
• Interest in topics related to global poverty and inequality.
• Proficiency in statistical software R and/or STATA.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English.
• Knowledge of InDesign, French, or German is a plus, but not required.
• Experience working for an international organization engaged in global development is advantageous, but not mandatory.

Our Team

We are an international team of highly motivated economists and data scientists dedicated to analyzing global inequalities and contributing to solutions for global development. Our research group collaborates closely with NADEL, a multidisciplinary team that educates future decision-makers in global cooperation and development, linking researchers with civil society, NGOs, governments, and industry to develop and scale innovations for the global population.

Our Values

We cherish open discourse, diversity, and empathy. We are committed to exploring new research approaches, enjoy interdisciplinary collaboration, and support public service initiatives.

Application Process

We look forward to receiving your online application using the form below.

• 1-page Cover Letter
• CV
• Your Master's thesis
• Academic Transcripts

In addition, please arrange for one academic reference letter to be sent directly to Ghislaine Tegha Megha-Bongnkar by August 10th, 2025. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

For more information about our research group, please visit our website.

Interviews are scheduled for the end of August or the beginning of September.