Please note: This vacancy is open to internal applicants only. Please use your @citystgeorges.ac.uk email address when applying.
We are seeking to appoint a highly skilled and motivated individual as a research assistant. We are keen to hear from candidates with knowledge of and experience with applying standard empirical research methods in applied microeconomics. The appointed candidate will support Dr. Sujata Visaria with empirical research projects that generate and use micro-level data from Vietnam and the Philippines. Depending on the appointee's aptitude and interest, there is scope for professional growth and skill development relevant to a research-focused higher education.
The post holder will primarily contribute to data processing and analysis, survey design, literature reviews, report writing and presentations. We envision the individual will mainly work on two empirical research projects that involve primary and secondary data, one analysing the impact of cassava production on socio-economic outcomes in Vietnam, and the other involving a randomised controlled trial of a financial empowerment intervention for migrant workers from Philippines. Responsibilities will include literature reviews; quantitative data cleaning; analysis; reporting of findings; the design of questionnaires, intervention materials, and training manuals; liaising with overseas collaborators, and participation in regular meetings with the supervisor and larger research team.
Candidates must have a BSc/BA (or equivalent) in economics, finance or a relevant field. They should have strong quantitative skills, knowledge of methodologies for impact assessment, basic GIS concepts, ability to manipulate GIS data, and knowledge and experience of coding in Stata and/or R. They must have good interpersonal and communications skills. First-hand experience with conducting impact assessment exercises and interest in studying the socio-economic problems of developing countries will be a plus.
Closing date for applications
12 July 2026 at 11:59 pm
Interview dates will be confirmed later
The selection process will involve an interview and a presentation. Further details will be confirmed at the interview stage.
City St George’s offers a sector-leading salary, pension scheme and benefits including a comprehensive package of staff training and development.
This post is offered on a permanent contract, reflecting the University’s commitment to providing greater stability for research staff. The role is funded through external research funding. Continued employment in this role will therefore be subject to the continuation or replacement of funding.
City St George’s, University of London is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in all its activities, processes, and culture for our whole community, including staff, students and visitors.
We welcome applications regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender identity, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, pregnancy, race and ethnic origin, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation and socio-economic background. City St George’s operates a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants.
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