Research Assistant «The Impact of Interdisciplinary Research»

Digital Society InitiativeResearch Assistant «The Impact of Interdisciplinary Research» %Start of employment as of January 1, 2026, temporaryThe Digital Society Initiative (DSI) is the University of Zurich's (UZH) competence center on digital transformation. In the DSI Strategy Lab, the DSI develops conceptual analyses and strategic scenarios for future developments in digital transformation. The DSI Strategy Lab 2026 is dedicated to the topic «The Impact of Interdisciplinary Research». Among others, the aim of the Strategy Lab 2026 is to establish measures to assess under which conditions interdisciplinary research units can flourish and generate impact. The activities of the DSI should serve as a «use case» to develop and test such measures and generate data and visualizations referring to the impact of the DSI based on those measures.Your responsibilitiesTo support this activity, we are looking for a research assistant who will be responsible for the following tasks: Evaluate existing measures to assess the impact of interdisciplinary research along various dimensions with respect to relevance and feasibility.Collect and analyze available data related to the DSI along the measures chosen in the above mentioned step.Prepare reports and visualizations based on the results of the previous step.Contribute to the organization of a retreat with national stakeholders (other Swiss universities, public administration, funding organizations etc.) with a link to research policy and governance.Support the core team of the Strategy Lab in administration and organization.Your profileYou have an academic degree (master's degree or PhD) in a relevant discipline, such as data science, quantitative social science or similar disciplines and you have the following knowledge: Skills in data collection, data analysis and visualization; knowledge in handling relevant toolsCompetences in bibliometrics, scientometrics or related fieldsExperience in project managementStrong implementation and problem-solving skillsAbility to collaborate with various stakeholders at UZHIf possible: knowledge in the assessment of (interdisciplinary) research.Languages: written and spoken German and English.Information on your applicationThe position is part-time (30-40%) with start from January 1, 2026 possible and a duration of about 6 to 7 months (details are subject to negotiations). Work place is at the premises of the DSI.Please apply with your motivation letter, your CV and your relevant diploma(s) latest by December 14, 2025.What we offerWork-Life BalanceFlexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing)Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETHLearning and DevelopmentWide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of ZurichLanguage Center run jointly with ETH ZurichFoodFood and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeteriasLunch-Check-card with UZH contributionHealthcareSpecial conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZFree seasonal flu vaccinationsRest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university towerDiscountsPrivate traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking spaceDigitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptionsSpecial conditions on hotel reservationsConditions of EmploymentPolicies of the UZHMost UZH staff are employed according to public lawInternational ServicesSupport for people from outside SwitzerlandCampusesCampuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and SchlierenSites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and LenggLocationDigital Society InitiativeRämistrasse 69, 8001 Zürich, SwitzerlandFurther informationQuestions about the jobMarkus ChristenManaging Director DSIWorking at UZHThe University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent and skills to work with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer