• Managing and analyzing micro-level data using advanced econometric techniques;

• Supporting literature review work;

• Contributing to converting research findings to publications for leading academic journals; and

• Supporting research projects for a variety of donor organizations;

• Have an excellent Master’s degree in a quantitative social science;

• Bring strong skills in statistical / econometric analysis in R, Stata, or similar software; 

• Have past experience working in and on fragile and conflict-affected settings; 

• A proactive attitude and approach to conducting research across several projects; and

• Excellent written and oral English-language communication skills.

• Work on pressing global challenges with interesting donors, partners, and networks;

• The possibility to be part of (and learn from) a diverse, international team of researchers;

• An starting contract of up to twelve-months, with the potential extension, working 40 hours per week;

• A one-year contract with remuneration at a monthly gross salary of 3,241 EUR;

• Flexible hybrid work model, incl. the opportunity to work from abroad for 3 weeks per year;

• 30 days of annual leave and additional days off on 24 and 31 of December; and

• A modern and collaborative work place near S+U Wedding. 

Then we encourage you to apply! Please upload your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you would be a great fit for this position (maximum one page) via the respective fields on our application page. The final deadline for applications is 27 January 2025, though interviews may be held as applications are received. Please feel free to contact Dr Neil Ferguson (ferguson@isdc.org) if you have any questions about your application. We are looking forward to hearing from you soon!