Research Manager in Development Economics

vor 1 Woche

Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz Department of Economics Team Prof. Dina Pomeranz Vollzeit
Department of Economics_

  • Team Prof. Dina Pomeranz_

Research Manager in Development Economics

50-100 % :Professor Dina Pomeranz seeks a Research Manager to help manage her academic research. The Research Manager will work closely with Professor Pomeranz, managing a team of research assistants and conducting data analysis for her research portfolio in development economics, public finance, and impact evaluation.

Your responsibilities:

  • This position combines research and managerial functions, and it is ideal for someone who thrives working independently and handling multiple responsibilities concurrently.
  • The Research Manager will be involved in all stages of research brainstorming, literature reviews, survey design, data analysis in Stata, data processing, data visualization and writing.
  • The managerial activities include liaising with funders and collaborators, organizing events, writing reports, planning tasks and timelines, overseeing project finances and supporting and managing a team of 35 research assistants.
  • The position is compatible with taking courses at the University of Zurich and attending seminars.

Your profile:

  • Master's or doctoral degree in economics or related field, with a strong background in impact evaluation methods.
  • Strong knowledge of Stata, experience working with code and data analysis, with high attentiontodetail to ensure that results are errorfree and meet high academic standards.
  • Professional proficiency in written and oral English.
  • Leadership and "people skills": ability to listen, communicate and create a cooperative atmosphere in the team. Experience in leadership roles, managing teams or projects.
  • Excellent organizational skills to oversee deadlines, meet multiple concurrent demands and ensure that documentations and tasks are kept organized across all projects.
  • Familiarity with or interest in research and evaluation in developing countries.
  • Prior work experience as a research assistant or research manager in impact evaluation or empirical economics is welcome.
  • Knowledge of German a plus (but not required)

What we offer:
We offer varied and interesting work in an inspiring and socially relevant environment.

Diversity and inclusion are important to us.

Place of work:
Schönberggasse 1, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland

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