Institut fur Hohere Studien
Job title:
Postdoctoral Researcher (f/m/d, 35h/week)
Company
Institut fur Hohere Studien
Job description
Your responsibilities
As a researcher at IHS, you will be part of a research unit that conducts and coordinates scientific surveys, provides consultation on survey design and offers data services. You will be involved in survey research and actively contribute to the development of the unit.Conduct research on survey methodology, data collection techniques, and statistical advancements, present findings at conferences and publish in peer-reviewed journals
Develop projects and research proposals related to survey methodology, tools and data
Contribute to the development of surveys throughout the entire lifecycle and designing and implementing quantitative surveys to collect high-quality data
Program syntaxes at different stages of the survey process (data preparation to data archiving)
Develop and undertake knowledge transfer activitiesAbout youYou hold a Doctoral degree in economics, sociology, statistics, data science, or a related field, and aim at a career in policy-oriented applied research
You have a strong background in quantitative research methods, survey design and analysis, experience in designing, analyzing, and managing large-scale surveys is a plus
You are strongly proficient in programming (e.g. Stata, R, SPSS, Python, Matlab)
You have excellent communication skills in German and EnglishWhat IHS offersExcellent opportunities for career development as an emerging scientist due to our strong research environment and science-based policy advisory expertise
Dedicated research time, comprehensive mentoring and a broad academic network
Flexible working time arrangements and the option of mobile working, IHS is a certified family-friendly employer
A great location set in the heart of Vienna and a fully operating infrastructureYour application
The minimum monthly salary for the advertised position is € 4,919.45 gross for a 35-hour week, paid 14 times per year. The position is to be filled as soon as possible. The initial contract period is 3 years, with the possibility of an extension upon successful internal evaluation.
IHS is an equal opportunity employer. We examine our unconscious biases and take responsibility for the career advancement of women and for creating an inclusive environment that makes every employee and candidate feel welcome.
How to apply?
To apply, please submit a cover letter, CV, certificates, and a sample of your research online via by April 6, 2025. Please contact Vlasta Zucha ( ), if you have any questions about the position or our new Competence Center Survey Research.
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Expected salary
Location
Wien
Job date
Sat, 15 Mar 2025 23:23:50 GMT
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