• Assisting with empirical research in two different SNF projects, including tasks such as data collection, cleaning, and analysis
• Supporting the preparation and administration of a survey among Swiss early childcare facilities
• Conducting literature reviews
• Providing occasional support for teaching activities

Your profile

• Currently enrolled in the Economics Major (3rd year) or the MEcon/MiQEF program at the University of St.Gallen
• Strong academic performance
• Strong interest in applied economic research and social policy topics
• Good knowledge in R. Experience in STATA and Qualtrics are an asset
• Proficiency in German and English are compulsory, any additional Swiss language is an asset

We are seeking a motivated student assistant to support the team of Prof. Beatrix Eugster in ongoing research projects. The main areas of research include health and labor economics, applied econometrics, and public economics.
Hereby, the working hours are flexible and can be arranged upon agreement. Ideally, the position will be held for at least one year.
Please get in touch with Dr. Elisabeth Essbaumer (elisabeth.essbaumer@unisg.ch) in case there are any questions.
We are looking forward to your online-application stating the job ID
Inspirational Work Environment
Executive Education
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Family & Career
Equal Opportunities
Fit and Healthy
Inspirational Work Environment
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Executive Education
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Family & Career
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Equal Opportunities
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Fit and Healthy
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For job-related questions
Prof. Dr. Beatrix Eugster
Professor of Economics
Join us and collect experience in conducting policy-relevant empirical research in health, labor, and education economics.
Dr. Elisabeth Essbaumer
Postdoc
Be part of a great team tackling important policy questions through empirical research.
Your place of work
University of St.Gallen A place where knowledge is created - As one of Europe's leading universities of economics and business administration, the University of St.Gallen (HSG), Switzerland, is committed to the education of over 9800 students. The HSG is one of the largest employers in the region and provides an attractive and innovative environment for more than 3300 researchers, educators and professional staff.