INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY AT CENTRE FOR ECONOMIC PERFORMANCE
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Applications are invited for a Research Assistant position to work on cutting-edge research exploring new aspects of the economics of cities , using advanced quantitative models and datasets from Denmark and other countries. The role will be under the supervision of Professor Daniel Sturm, Dr. Sara Bagagli, and Dr. Giorgio Pietrabissa .
This opportunity is ideal for candidates planning to pursue a PhD in Economics or related fields , and who wish to gain strong, hands-on research experience.
Role: Research Assistant Field: Economics / Quantitative Research Location: United Kingdom (some flexibility for in-office presence if already UK-based) Start Date: Summer or Early Autumn 2026 (flexible)
Eligibility Criteria:- Undergraduate or Master's degree in Economics or a related quantitative discipline (to be completed by start date).
- Strong interest in economic research and quantitative analysis.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment.
- Advanced experience with STATA and R for analysing large-scale microdata.
- Ability to learn new programming tools efficiently.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data work.
- Ability to analyse data patterns and think analytically about economic problems.
- Candidates must have the right to work in the UK or be eligible for visa sponsorship.
- LSE can support visa applications for eligible candidates.
- Hands-on experience in high-level economic research
- Mentorship from leading academics
- Exposure to advanced quantitative methods and real-world data
- Strong preparation for future PhD applications
For full details and application instructions, visit: Apply Here .