Graduate Student Research Assistant, Team Assessing Survey Data Quality (DE/EN) (SHK_SDM_2026_024)

About This Opportunity

Our talent team is representing a confidential social science research organization seeking a Graduate Student Research Assistant to join their survey methodology department in Mannheim. This role focuses on cutting-edge work evaluating AI-generated survey data quality through programmatic analysis pipelines.

You'll work with a specialized team that develops data quality indicators, guidelines, and tools for researchers. The position centers on a project building automated systems to detect quality issues in synthetic survey data generated by AI systems.

Responsibilities

• Co-develop data quality analysis pipelines in R and Python, integrating existing packages and creating new workflows
• Collect, process, and analyze survey data, including AI-generated datasets
• Research literature and software tools for silicon sampling evaluation and data quality metrics
• Prepare technical documentation and presentations for research findings
• Provide administrative support for AI-related survey research initiatives

What We're Looking For

• Strong programming skills in R; Python experience is a plus
• Solid understanding of statistical concepts and methods, both theoretical and applied
• Demonstrated experience processing and analyzing social science data
• Reliable, rigorous approach to problem-solving with ability to work independently
• Proficient English; German language skills are advantageous
• Currently enrolled in a Master's program at the intersection of social and data science (Social Data Science, Computational Social Science, Big Data, Sociology, Political Science, or related fields with quantitative focus)

Position Details

This is a temporary graduate research assistant position based in Mannheim, approximately 40 hours per month. The role offers flexible working hours with options for mobile work, supporting work-life balance. You'll gain experience on relevant research at the intersection of survey methodology and artificial intelligence.

How We Work With You

Candidates apply through the Get A Job.ai platform. Our recruiting team conducts an initial screening to assess fit for the role and your interest in the research focus. We then submit qualified candidates to our client for their consideration. Please do not contact the organization directly—all communication flows through our team to ensure a professional process.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process.

Equal Opportunity

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