Research Assistant (Part-Time, 50%) for Research Center | Research Assistant (m/w/d) in Teilzeit (50 %) für unser Forschungszentrum

Job Summary

The Deutsche Bundesbank is seeking a highly analytical and organized Research Assistant to join their Research Center in Frankfurt am Main on a two-year, part-time contract (50%). This role is vital for supporting the scientific work of colleagues in empirical microeconomics, specifically through involvement in survey projects. Day-to-day tasks include preparing and analyzing microdata concerning the behavior and expectations of companies, working within an international team to answer fundamental questions that scientifically underpin the Bundesbank's decisions. The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Economics or Statistics) and is ideally pursuing or planning a PhD in a related area, with a specialization in empirical microeconomics. Strong proficiency in mathematical-statistical applications like Stata or R, experience handling microdata, and excellent English skills are essential for success in this valuable and intellectually stimulating role.