Two Full-time Research Assistants

London School of Economics and Political Science - STICERD

Location: London

Salary: £36,513 to £41,565 p.a. inclusive with potential to progress to £44,468 pa inclusive of London allowance

Hours: Full Time

Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract

Placed On: 19th August 2025

Closes: 30th September 2025

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This is a fixed term appointment for 12 months initially, with possibility of extension (subject to funding). Initial probationary period of 6 months. The proposed start date is mid-October to mid-November 2025, with some flexibility.

We are seeking two motivated, independent, and highly skilled Pre-Doctoral Research Assistants to work closely with the principal investigators (Professor Mark Schankerman and Dr William Matcham) on several research projects on topics related to Incentives and the Dynamics of Innovation.

The successful candidates should have completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in economics, computer science, or a closely related quantitative field. A first-class or equivalent degree is strongly desirable. The candidate should have experience and programming proficiency in R and/or Python, along with working with large datasets. One of the roles will focus on using natural language processing methods applied to large-scale text data; the other will focus on econometric estimation and structural modelling. As such, a background in quantitative economics, specifically industrial organisation and/or innovation is desirable but not essential.

You will work closely with both faculty members, gaining hands-on experience suitable for subsequent PhD study in economics or related fields.

We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave and excellent training and development opportunities.

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The closing date for receipt of applications is September 30th 2025 (23.59 UK time).