Student Assistant Research Data Centre

DEADLINE: 2026-10-31

The Halle Institute for Economic Research (IWH) – Member of the Leibniz Association seeks to hire a

Student Assistant (f/m/x) for 40 h per month

to support the Research Data Center (FDZ), effective November 1, 2026, or as soon as possible. Initially limited to six months. We are seeking an extension.

The IWH’s Research Data Center (FDZ) provides researchers with access to economic and financial data sets and supports their secure and traceable use. As a cross-functional unit, it collaborates with all of the IWH’s departments and serves as the point of contact for external researchers.

Our goal is to ensure that access to research data remains reliable, efficient, and user-friendly even as user numbers grow and new technical requirements arise. You can help us achieve this by documenting existing workflows, collaborating with us to develop automation solutions, and overseeing their implementation.

Areas of responsibility

Document existing workflows and describe them clearly
Identify opportunities for automation and implement them with us
Test new workflows and document them for everyday use
Support the FDZ in processing data requests and other tasks

Qualification and requirements

A degree in economics, social sciences, computer science, or a related field
A structured, reliable, and independent work style
The ability to analyze complex processes and present them clearly
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and an interest in digitalization

Documents to be submitted

Please submit the following documents:

Letter of motivation (max. 1 page)
Curriculum vitae (short version)
Copy of school leaving certificate (Abitur/A-level)
Transcript of records
Copy of Bachelor's certificate (if available)
Copy of certificate of enrolment
Copy of work and/or internship certificates (if available)

Application procedure

Please apply online for the position: 2026/S04 SA-RDC-eng via our by 2026-10-31.

Incoming applications will be evaluated on the basis of professional qualifications. Talents will be considered for employment regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity. Dr. Wiebke Szymczak (Tel +49 345 7753 862) will be happy to answer any questions or provide further information.

Dr. Wiebke Szymczak

Head of Research Data Centre

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.