Research Assistant for the research project “Greix (German Real Estate Index)”

The Kiel Institute for the World Economy sees itself as the research institute for Globalization in Germany. Our researchers examine the driving forces and consequences of international economic activities, the integration and disintegration of global markets, as well as the possibilities and limits to political actions in open economies.

The Kiel Institute for the World Economy is looking for a

Research Assistant (m/f/div; approx. 40 hours per month)

for the research project “Greix (German Real Estate Index)” for a fixed term of six months as soon as possible.

The research assistant will be involved in the Institute’s project on the price developments in the German housing market. Tasks include data gathering and synchronization, theory building, and empirical testing, and can be adjusted to the candidate’s interests and abilities.

What we offer:

• Insights into quantitative work and state-of-the-art research
• An open and international work environment, working in a young team of urban and macro economists
• Attendance of Kiel Institute seminars and exposure to the Institute’s dynamic research environment
• The team is based in Berlin; remote work is possible
• A remuneration of €13.25 per hour without a bachelor's degree and €14 per hour with a bachelor's degree.

We are looking for a student who

• Is enrolled in a bachelor program or holds a bachelor’s degree in economics
• Is interested in housing markets and using statistical tools to develop house price indices
• Is motivated and proactive in advancing the project, works independently, and can perform tasks responsibly and reliably
• Has very good English language skills; German language skills are beneficial
• Has experience working with data and is proficient in statistical software (STATA, R, or Python)

Please note that you must be enrolled as a student to be considered for this position.

The Kiel Institute for the World Economy attaches great importance to diversity. We welcome all applications, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age or sexual orientation. We endeavor to ensure equal opportunities for women in all employee groups. The professional equality of the sexes is guaranteed.

We are committed to the employment of people with disabilities. For this reason, applicants with severe disabilities and their equals are given preferential consideration if they are suitable.

We are looking to fill the position quickly. Please do not hesitate to direct any questions regarding the position or the application process to Jonas Zdrzalek (Jonas.Zdrzalek@ifw-kiel.de) or Steffen Zetzmann.

Please apply via the application form under the online job advertisement by 13. September 2024 using ID-No. “08_24_Hiwi_Greix_01 “. Please include the following documents:

• Cover letter (please explain your interest in the position and where you gained skills)
• CV (including your current GPA)
• Your most recent university transcript
• One academic writing sample such as your bachelor’s thesis or a seminar paper, if available

We only consider applications received via our online tool. Applications sent via email will not be considered.

Please do not include a photo of yourself with your application.

• approx. 40 hours per month, fixed term of six months
• remuneration of €13.25 per hour without a bachelor's degree and €14 per hour with a bachelor's degre
• ID-No. “08_24_Hiwi_Greix_01“
• End of application: September 13, 2024