Research Assistant

Department of Economics
SLU is a world-class international university within the sciences for sustainable life, with a vision to play a key role in the development of sustainable life, based on science and education. In this context, the Department of Economics constitutes an important platform for research and education in business and economics. The Research Group for Decision Making and Managerial Behavior currently consists of six people with a common interest in developing knowledge that integrates economics and behavioral science, using experimental and statistical methods. Our research strives to be relevant and innovative for society as well as business within the green industries.

The Department of Economics at the Swedish University of Agriculture (SLU) announces a vacancy as a research assistant in the Research Group for Decision-making and Managerial Behavior.

Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at SLU at https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/work-at-slu/

Duties:
The successful candidate will support the overall research taking place of the group. Key tasks are to help preparation of data and analysis of data with an emphasis on discrete choice data. Additional tasks include literature search, communication and outreach, transcription of interviews in Swedish and English. A good understanding of the food and agricultural sector is a requirement.

Qualifications:
Master's degree in economics or business studies with a strong focus on agriculture and food or another agricultural or food science degree. Applicants with imminent graduation (within three months) may also be considered for employment. Documented course credits in economics/business studies or quantitative method. The applicant should have documented experience of applied statistics or econometrics and experience with working in Stata. Good skills in Excel and Word are also necessary. Experience with behavioral experiments in the form of choice experiments is particularly valued. Because we also seek help with transcription of interviews and communication with stakeholders, applicants must be able to use Swedish fluently.

For the position, you need to be thorough and structured in your way of working. You also need to have a strong drive and be able to work independently. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

Place of work:
Uppsala

Form of employment:
Fixed term employment of 360 days.

Extent:
100%

Starting date:
Starting upon mutual agreement, but no later than Sept 1, 2023.

Application:
We welcome your application no later than 2023-05-26, use the button below. Attach to the application (1) your CV and (2) a personal letter in which you justify your interest in the position.

Academic union representatives:
https://internt.slu.se/en/my-employment/employee-associations/kontaktpersoner-vid-rekrytering/



The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) has a key role in the development for sustainable life, based on science and education. Through our focus on the interaction between humans, animals and ecosystems and the responsible use of natural resources, we contribute to sustainable societal development and good living conditions on our planet. Our main campuses are located in Alnarp, Umeå and Uppsala, however, the university also operates at research stations, experimental forests and teaching sites throughout Sweden.

SLU has around 3,000 employees, 5,000 students and doctoral students and a turnover of over SEK 3 billion. We are investing in attractive environments on all of our campuses. We strive to provide a work environment characterised by inclusivity and gender equality, where different experiences generate conversations between people and pave the way for science, creativity and development. Therefore, we welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.