Research Assistant

Vor 5 Tagen


St Gallen, Sankt Gallen, Schweiz University of St Vollzeit

About the Position

This role is part of the research project "Swiss hospital capacity planning: An empirical evaluation of its impact on hospital service delivery, quality and costs", funded by the Swiss National Fund (SNF).

Your Responsibilities

  • Conduct empirical analyses using large datasets from the Swiss Federal Statistics Office and other sources.
  • Support literature reviews and contribute to the development of research papers.
  • Work independently and with high motivation, demonstrating initiative and drive in completing tasks.
  • Collaborate with PhD students on defined projects, ensuring effective communication and teamwork.

Your Profile

We are seeking highly qualified and motivated candidates with a strong background in economics or econometrics, or management studies with a quantitative focus.

  • Master's degree in economics, econometrics, or management studies with a grade point average of at least 5.0.
  • Experience in handling large datasets and strong analytical skills, including microeconomics and applied econometrics.
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., R, Stata, Python) and a strong motivation to improve econometric skills.
  • Excellent teamwork ability and a result-oriented working style with high initiative, creativity, and team spirit.
  • Very good knowledge of English, both written and spoken; fluency in German is a plus.


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