Student Research Assistant (20 %)
Start Date
01.08.2026 or by arrangement
Employment Relationship
20%, fixed-term
Institution / Workplace
Institute of Psychology, Psychology of Digitalisation lab
Bern
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About the lab
As a Research Assistant, you will support the Psychology of Digitalisation lab in a wide range of research and teaching activities. The lab investigates how digitalization shapes human behavior, cognition, and well-being-and how science itself can be made more reliable and transparent in a digital age. Its research spans three core areas: the effects and use of technology and media, usable security and privacy, and meta-science, including work on the reliability and robustness of psychological research, open science practices, and the development of tools to detect and prevent errors in the scientific literature. As a Research Assistant, you will actively contribute to the ongoing work of the lab. In addition to applying your subject knowledge, you will gain valuable experience in both academic research and university teaching.Tasks, e.g.:
- Literature search for research and teaching purposes
- Assistance in the preparation and follow-up of teaching sessions
- Support in data collection and data analysis using R
- Support in publication of research projects (preparing manuscripts, posters)
- Support with the organization and administration of teaching and research activities
Requirements:
- Enrolled in a Bachelor or Master program (ideally in Psychology at the University of Bern)
- Interest in the research topics of the Psychology of Digitalisation lab
- Confident handling of statistical software (e.g., R/RStudio)
- Openness to learn new methodological and statistical approaches
- Engaged, reliable personality with the ability to grasp new concepts quickly and a high degree of initiative
- Good organizational and planning skills, as well as strong communication skills in English
- Located in Bern, Switzerland
We offer:
- 6 month contract with the possibility for extension
- Collaboration with researchers in the conception, implementation, and evaluation of psychological research projects with the Psychology of Digitalisation lab
- Varied, responsible tasks
- An attractive working environment within a young and friendly team
Your Benefits
- Flexible working hours with the option to (partially) work from home
- Collaborative environment and ambitious team
- Team-oriented work
- Central location in the heart of Bern
Working at the University of Bern
The University of Bern not only offers exciting tasks but also an environment that actively promotes development, diversity, and equal opportunities. Discover what makes us stand out as an employer and how you can grow with us.
Application and Contact
- Sandra Grinschgl, sandra.grinschgl@unibe.ch (cover letter, CV, transcript of records – in a single PDF file)
- Application deadline: 16.07.2026
We look forward to receiving your application!