The IHS – Institute for Advanced Studies in Vienna is a leading non-university research institute that creates empirically based knowledge on significant economic and social challenges of our time. It delivers excellent applied basic research and impartial scientific policy advice, combining economic and social science perspectives. IHS is looking to fill the following position in its newly established “Competence Center Survey Research”.

Staff Scientist (f/m/d, 35h/week)

About you

As staff scientist at IHS, you will support an inter-disciplinary team in the implementation and analysis of complex surveys throughout all phases of data collection and processing.

• You hold a Master’s degree in economics, sociology, statistics, data science, or a related field
• You have a sound knowledge of statistical methods for applied economic and social research, professional experience in implementation and analysis of complex surveys, panel surveys, and international surveys is a plus
• You are an experienced programmer (e.g. R, STATA, Python, Matlab) and have a very good command of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills in German and English
• You are a team- and service-oriented personality with a structured and independent way of working

Your responsibilities

• Carry out statistical analyses and prepare reports
• Program syntaxes for data preparation and plausibility checks
• Maintain project-specific databases
• Support helplines and field management
• Revise, translate and program questionnaires
• Ensure smooth collaboration within national and international research teams

What IHS offers

• A responsible, varied job in a dynamic research environment
• Methodological training and opportunities to gain research experience
• 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 infrastructure

The monthly salary for the advertised position is EUR 4,282.85 gross for a 35-hour week, paid 14 times per year. The position is to be filled as soon as possible.

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.

Salary

The salary is 4,282.85 EUR gross per month (on a 35-hour basis).

How to apply?

To apply, please submit a cover letter, CV and certificates online via [email protected] by March 31, 2025. Please contact Vlasta Zucha ([email protected]), if you have any questions about the position or our new Competence Center Survey Research.

We will protect your personal data during the application process. You will find our data protection regulations in the application process on our website.

About this job

Employment type:

• Full Time (Permanent employment)

Salary:

4,282.85 EUR monthly

Seniority level:

• Professional Experience

Place of work:

• Wien 8. Bezirk (Josefstadt)

Field of work:

• Science, Research

Unfilled vacancies:

1 vacancy unfilled for this position

About the company

Employer:

IHS – Institut für Höhere Studien

Number of employees:

101 – 500 employees

Locations:

• Wien

Details about this job

Full Time (Permanent employment)

• 35 hours

Place of work

• Wien 8. Bezirk (Josefstadt)

Must-have skills

• Research
• Scientific Writing
• Data Analysis
• Project Management

Nice-to-have skills

• Biotechnology

All infos regarding your application

Application time frame:

Until 31.03.2025

Contact person

Stefanie Jaksch