Research Assistant in Sociological Demography

Stockholms Universitet · Full-time

Sociologiska institutionen, Stockholm, Sweden

The Department of Sociology, founded in 1954, offers a dynamic research environment with numerous interdisciplinary collaborations and a strong international research profile. The department is particularly competitive in the areas of demography, ethnic relations and migration, gender, family sociology, political sociology, social policy, social networks, and social stratification. The department is home to Stockholm University's Demographic Unit (SUDA), an international group of researchers and doctoral students working on many different aspects of population dynamics. Demography is one of Stockholm University's leading research areas. For more information about us, visit: Department of Sociology. Duties Two-thirds of the position (50% of full-time) will involve the project "SeRO: Sexual and Reproductive Outcomes of Violent Crime," which examines how local violent crime affects sexual and reproductive health outcomes in Mexico, funded by the European Research Council (ERC). The principal investigator for this project is Signe Svallfors. One-third of the position (25% of full-time) will involve work with and analyses of survey data within the project "Partnership formation and fertility decline in times of global uncertainties," funded by Forte. The principal investigator for this project is Gunnar Andersson. The duties include literature reviews, statistical analyses of empirical data, and some project administration. Qualifications The applicant should have a master's degree in demography or a related field at an advanced level. Advantageous are knowledge of how health is affected by conflict and/or crime, as well as skills in quantitative demographic methods. Great emphasis will be placed on personal qualities. Excellent command of English in speech and writing is required. Knowledge of Swedish is advantageous. About the Position The position comprises up to 75% of full-time and is limited to six months with the possibility of extension. Stockholm University applies individual salary setting. Start date as soon as possible. What We Offer With us, you will experience the dynamic interaction between higher education and research that makes Stockholm University an exciting and creative environment. You will work in an international setting and receive favorable terms. The university is located in Nationalstadsparken with good connections to the city center. Stockholm University is committed to being a workplace free from discrimination and providing equal rights and opportunities for all. Contact Further information is provided by the research leaders Signe Svallfors, [email protected], and Gunnar Andersson, [email protected]. Application You apply for the position through Stockholm University's recruitment system. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete and submitted to the university no later than the final application deadline. Instructions for applicants can be found on the website: applying for a position. Stockholm University contributes to the development of a sustainable democratic society through knowledge, enlightenment, and the pursuit of truth.