Student research assistant (m/f/d)

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Part-time

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Student Assistants

Wissenschaftsmanagement

The Transformational Sustainability Science research group at the University of Freiburg is looking for a student assistant (m/f/d) in the project “Assessing Potential for Offering a Solutions-Oriented Sustainability Program in Eucor Student research assistant (m/f/d)

Application deadline: 31. January 2026
Publication date: 23. December 2025
Start-date: At the earliest possible date.
Scope of work: Part-time position (40 Monatsstunden)
Id no.: 00004772

Description

The Transformational Sustainability Science group at the University of Freiburg is looking for a student research assistant (m/f/d) with a bachelor's degree for a part-time position (40 hours per month) starting in January 2026.

The position involves conducting research on a joint Eucor project to determine the potential for offering a solutions-oriented sustainability program in Eucor. The project is being implemented in collaboration with partners from the University of Basel, the University of Strasbourg, the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, and the University of Freiburg. It comprises various work packages, such as analyzing degree programs and assessing the interest of students and practitioners (e.g., companies, civil society organizations, local authorities) in such programs.

Tasks

Literature research and the creation of overviews for work packages
Preparation, analysis, and documentation of research data
Preparation of scientific presentations and the final research report

General requirements

Completed bachelor's degree related to sustainability science or related fields
Careful, structured and reliable approach to work
Friendly and open manner with a focus on service

Specific requirements

Experience with AI applications in research, science communication and visualization
Very good written and spoken English skills (minimum C1 level)
Very good German language skills (minimum C1 level)
Confident use of standard PC and software applications
Not required, but desirable: international work/study experiences

What we offer you

Collaboration in an effective team
Collaboration in transdisciplinary, solution-oriented sustainability projects
Technical support and scientific mentoring

Please submit your electronic application documents, including a cover letter, resume, and references, via the application portal, quoting the reference number.

We will be particularly pleased to receive applications from women for the position advertised here.

Application

Please send your application in English including supporting documents mentioned above citing the reference number 00004772, by 31. January 2026 at the latest. Please send your application to the following address in written or electronic form:

Ms. Alex Ramey
Transformational Sustainability Science Research Group 
University of Freiburg
Engesserstrasse 4
79108 Freiburg

For further information, please contact Alexandra Ramey on the phone number +49 761 203-97500 or E-Mail alexandra.ramey@vwl.uni-freiburg.de.

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Full-time positions may generally be split up into two or more part-time positions, provided that there are no formal or legal barriers. Candidates are selected in accordance with the provisions of the AGG (Allgemeines Gleichbehandlungsgesetz - German General Equal Treatment Act).
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