BEMÆRK: Ansøgningsfristen er overskredet
Copenhagen Business School invites applications for a Research Assistant/Data Manager position at Center for Big Data in Finance (BIGFI) at the Department of Finance. The Research Assistant/Data Manager role is a 1-year position with an anticipated start date of October 1, 2023, which can possibly be extended for several additional years (the center is currently funded through 2028).
The position
The BIGFI Center is looking for a Research Assistant/Data Manager, who will help us combine several data sets into a unified SQL database, manage this database, and develop it with new data sources. Further, the data manager will assist researchers in conducting empirical research using the data.
About BIGFI
The Center for Big Data in Finance (BIGFI) is a Center of Excellence funded by the Danish National Research Foundation. BIGFI seeks to generate a fundamentally new understanding of finance based on the rapid increase in available data combined with the revolution in data science and computing power. The center has a number of leading researchers and a stimulating environment, and the center seeks to become a global hub for research on big data in finance. Our big finance data research will shed new light on financial markets’ role in promoting stability and economic activity, replication crises in finance, the role of financial markets in the green transition, the role of machine learning in finance, households’ obstacles for financial security, and how social networks affect financial markets.
Our expectations of you
The candidate must hold a master degree within data sciences, or equivalent work experience with database structures and handling of large datasets, have an interest in financial markets, have a professional proficiency in English (written and spoken), and the following skills:
* SQL programming, for example SQL Server
* Data management programming, preferably R, SAS, Python, or Matlab
* Good skills in collaboration
* Responsible and conscientious
* Self-motivated and able to work independently
Copenhagen Business School has a broad commitment to the excellence, distinctiveness and relevance of its teaching and research programs. Candidates who wish to join us should demonstrate enthusiasm for working in an organization of this type (highlighting relevant activities).
What we offer
BIGFI offers numerous advantages for professional growth and career development. As a Research Assistant/Data Manager you will be part of a cutting-edge research environment. The role of Research Assistant/Data Manager serves as an excellent pathway to pursuing a Ph.D. in Finance or advanced jobs in the financial sector. By engaging in hands-on work with complex datasets and utilizing statistical techniques, you acquire experience in the tools needed for conducting high-quality research.
Terms of employment
Appointment and salary will be in accordance with the agreement between the Danish Ministry of Finance and AC (Danish Confederation of Professional Associations).
For further information please contact: Center coordinator Ida Listh, tel.: +45 3815 3058, e-mail il.fi@cbs.dk. Information about BIGFI can be found at www.cbs.dk/bigfi.
Application
Applications must be sent via the online recruitment system, using the link below.
Application must include:
1. A statement of application
2. Proof of qualifications and a full CV
3. Documentation of relevant research
Recruitment procedure
The Recruitment Committee expects to shortlist minimum two applicants; when possible five or more applicants will be shortlisted. The shortlisted applicants will be assessed by the Assessment Committee. All applicants will be notified of their status in the recruitment process shortly after the application deadline.
Applicants selected for assessment will be notified about the composition of the Assessment Committee and later in the process about the result of the assessment.
Once the recruitment process is completed each applicant will be notified of the outcome of their application.
Copenhagen Business School must receive all application material, including all appendices (see items above), by the application deadline.
Copenhagen Business School invites all qualified candidates to apply for the position. An appointment committee will review the applications and invite a selection of qualified candidates to an interview.
One of CBS’ strategic goals is the promotion of diversity, which is why every effort has been made to ensure a recruitment process that reduces potential bias. Applicants are therefore encouraged not to include a photo or unnecessary personal information in their application.
Details about Copenhagen Business School and the department are available at www.cbs.dk.
Application due: 09/04/2023
WE TRANSFORM SOCIETY WITH BUSINESS
CBS is a globally recognised business school with deep roots in the Nordic socio-economic model. We have a broad focus on business and societal challenges of the 21st century. As such we have a full portfolio of high-quality disciplinary and interdisciplinary research and education that has equipped generations of professionals and leaders in the private sector and beyond.
Located at Frederiksberg, Denmark, the school has approx. 21.000 full and part-time students, 760 full-time faculty members, 210 PhD students and 680 administrative staff, and a full portfolio of Bachelor, Master’s, MBA/EMBA, PhD and Executive programmes delivered in English and Danish.
Our global profile carries the obligation to develop the transformational capabilities of students, graduates and business leaders via our educational activities and opportunities for lifelong learning. Complex challenges call for joint action, and therefore our strategy focuses on strengthening current and starting new partnerships with other sciences, the business community, authorities and civil society.
INFORMATIONER OM STILLINGEN:
- Arbejdspladsen ligger i:
Frederiksberg Kommune
-Virksomheden tilbyder:
-Arbejdsgiver:
Copenhagen Business School, Solbjerg Plads 3, 2000 Frederiksberg
-Ansøgning:
Ansøgningsfrist: 04-09-2023; - ansøgningsfristen er overskredet
Ved skriftlig henvendelse: https://candidate.hr-manager.net/ApplicationInit.aspx?cid=1309&ProjectId=146867&DepartmentId=18995&MediaId=4627
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