Vacant job

The Department of Political Science at Stockholm University is now seeking a Research Assistant for the DEMCOOP project.

About the position

The Research Assistant will work within the DEMCOOP project, which in this part is funded by a grant from the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation. The main task involves coding and analyzing international treaties from 1648 to 2025 using advanced AI language models (LLMs). Specifically, the assistant is expected to refine the project's models and work on separating, categorizing, and analyzing international treaties. The duties also include mapping treaties that have not previously been captured by existing data resources.

Qualifications

You must hold at least a master's degree or be close to completing a master's program in political science or a related field, along with very good proficiency in English. Great emphasis will be placed on proven expertise in the use and refinement of large language models. Significant weight will also be given to competence in international politics as a research area, with a special focus on international cooperation.

Personal suitability will be given great importance.

About the employment

The position is for 50 percent and is fixed-term until December 31, 2026. Stockholm University applies individual salary setting. Start date according to agreement.

We offer

Here you will experience the dynamics of the interaction between higher education and research, making Stockholm University an exciting and creative environment. You will work in an international setting and enjoy favorable terms. The university is located in the National Urban Park with good connections to the city center.

Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination, providing equal rights and opportunities for all.

Contact

For further information, please contact the project leader Jonas Tallberg, phone 073-633 19 60, [email protected].

Application

You apply for the position via Stockholm University's recruitment system. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete and submitted to the university by the final application deadline.

Guidelines for applicants can be found on the webpage: applying for a position.

Stockholm University contributes to the development of a sustainable democratic society through knowledge, enlightenment, and the pursuit of truth.