- Vacancy Research Assistant Ref. S1_02T/2026Vacancy Research Assistant Ref. S1_02T/2026We’re looking for a graduate student to join as a Research Assistant (RA) in the Health and Aging group, hosted by the Centre d’Estudis Demogràfics (CED).The Health and Ageing group aims to produce scientific knowledge that sheds light on the challenges associated with increasing longevity around the globe. The main research aims of the group include (i) Study of the compression vs expansion of morbidity debate, (ii) Study of health inequalities (e.G., across socioeconomic status or migrant groups), (iii) Elderly care, and (iv) Causes of death and social determinants of health.The RA will support various research activities related to the project and will work in collaboration with the Principal Investigator. Main responsibilities include:Preparing and analysing cross-national, large-scale secondary dataAssisting with literature reviewSupporting other research activities related to the Health and Aging groupRequirementsCompleted or currently enrolled in a Master program in Sociology, Demography, Political Science, Economics,



or a related fieldAbility to conduct quantitative analysis using Stata and/or RExcellent communication skills in EnglishDesirable (not required, but highly valued):Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Spanish and/or Catalan.Previous experience working as a Research Assistant.Previous experience working with cross-sectional data from censuses and household surveys.Conditions of employmentContract type: Permanent part-time contract (approximately 20 hours per week) for scientific and technical activities linked to the funding awarded to the Health and Aging group.Salary: The annual gross salary will around €12,000, depending on the number of weekly working hours.Duration: The position is funded until the completion of the allocated project fund (approximately 12 months)Workplace: The position will be based at the Centre for Demographic Studies (Centre d’Estudis Demogràfics), located on the campus of the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Vacancy Research Assistant Ref._02t/2026 (Lérida)
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