Research Assistant

City St George’s, University of London seeks a highly skilled research assistant to support Dr. Sujata Visaria on empirical research projects involving micro‑level data from Vietnam and the Philippines.

• Data processing and analysis, survey design, literature reviews, report writing and presentations.
• Primary work on two empirical projects: the impact of cassava production on socio‑economic outcomes in Vietnam, and a randomized controlled trial of a financial empowerment intervention for migrant workers from the Philippines.
• Conduct literature reviews; quantitative data cleaning and analysis; reporting findings.
• Design questionnaires, intervention materials, and training manuals.
• Liaise with overseas collaborators and participate in regular meetings with the supervisor and research team.

• BSc/BA (or equivalent) in economics, finance or a relevant field.
• Strong quantitative skills with knowledge of impact assessment methodologies.
• Basic GIS concepts and ability to manipulate GIS data.
• Proficiency in Stata and/or R coding.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with impact assessment exercises and interest in socio‑economic problems of developing countries is a plus.

The selection process will involve an interview and a presentation.

9 August 2026 at 11:59 pm

Sector‑leading salary, pension scheme, comprehensive staff training and development package.

This post is offered on a permanent contract; the role is funded through external research funding, so continued employment will depend on funding continuity.

City St George’s offers a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants. Applications are welcomed irrespective of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender identity, marital status, nationality, pregnancy, race and ethnic origin, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation and socio‑economic background.