Research Assistant in Project on Chinese Migration in Europe

Research Assistant in Project on Chinese Migration in Europe

Working at the UvA

Join our team!

The Department of European Studies at the University of Amsterdam is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Assistant to support the interdisciplinary project “Chinese Migrants’ Selves in Europe.” This project investigates how Chinese migrants in various European contexts experience, express, and negotiate their identities and senses of self in everyday life, across cultural, social, and digital spaces.

Working at the UvA

Join our team!

The Department of European Studies at the University of Amsterdam is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Assistant to support the interdisciplinary project “Chinese Migrants’ Selves in Europe.” This project investigates how Chinese migrants in various European contexts experience, express, and negotiate their identities and senses of self in everyday life, across cultural, social, and digital spaces.

All about this vacancy

This is what you will do

  • Assist with data collection, including literature reviews, digital ethnography, and/or qualitative interviews;
  • Support in transcribing, coding, and analyzing qualitative data;
  • Help manage project logistics and maintain communication with research participants and partners;
  • Contribute to project outputs, including reports, presentations, and possible co-authored publications;
  • Support event organization (e.g., workshops, symposia) and online dissemination activities.

This is what we ask of you

  • Bachelor degree in a relevant field (e.g., European Studies, Migration Studies, Anthropology, Sociology, Chinese Studies);
  • Demonstrated interest in migration, identity, and/or Chinese diaspora communities;
  • Proficiency in English; fluency in Mandarin Chinese is highly desirable;
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills;
  • Experience with qualitative research methods and data management tools (e.g., NVivo, Atlas.ti) is an asset;
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an academic research environment.

This is what we offer you

  • A dynamic and inclusive academic environment at one of Europe’s leading research universities;
  • The opportunity to work closely with senior researchers and contribute to a timely and socially relevant project;
  • Competitive salary in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement of Dutch Universities (CAO-NU).

All about this vacancy

This is what you will do

  • Assist with data collection, including literature reviews, digital ethnography, and/or qualitative interviews;
  • Support in transcribing, coding, and analyzing qualitative data;
  • Help manage project logistics and maintain communication with research participants and partners;
  • Contribute to project outputs, including reports, presentations, and possible co-authored publications;
  • Support event organization (e.g., workshops, symposia) and online dissemination activities.

This is what we ask of you

  • Bachelor degree in a relevant field (e.g., European Studies, Migration Studies, Anthropology, Sociology, Chinese Studies);
  • Demonstrated interest in migration, identity, and/or Chinese diaspora communities;
  • Proficiency in English; fluency in Mandarin Chinese is highly desirable;
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills;
  • Experience with qualitative research methods and data management tools (e.g., NVivo, Atlas.ti) is an asset;
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an academic research environment.

This is what we offer you

  • A dynamic and inclusive academic environment at one of Europe’s leading research universities;
  • The opportunity to work closely with senior researchers and contribute to a timely and socially relevant project;
  • Competitive salary in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement of Dutch Universities (CAO-NU).

Your place at the UvA

This is where you will be working

The project consists of several researchers among which you will be working with Dr. Franziska Plümmer. You will be assisting with collecting data, compiling literature reviews, conducting qualitative interviews and digital ethnography. You will help manage project logistics to plan and prepare project meetings and outputs. You will contribute to writing reports, presentations, event organization, and dissemination activities.

Ideally, the position starts in November 2025, a later start is possible. Contract offer is for one year with 5 hours per week. The position requires both remote and on-site work.

More about the UvA

The University of Amsterdam is ambitious, creative and committed. An inspiration to students since 1632, a vanguard player in international science and a partner in innovation.
The University of Amsterdam is the largest university in the Netherlands, with the broadest range of courses on offer. An intellectual hub with 42,000 students, 6,000 staff and 3,000 PhD students. Connected by a culture of curiosity.

Your place at the UvA

This is where you will be working

This is where you will be working

The project consists of several researchers among which you will be working with Dr. Franziska Plümmer. You will be assisting with collecting data, compiling literature reviews, conducting qualitative interviews and digital ethnography. You will help manage project logistics to plan and prepare project meetings and outputs. You will contribute to writing reports, presentations, event organization, and dissemination activities.

Ideally, the position starts in November 2025, a later start is possible. Contract offer is for one year with 5 hours per week. The position requires both remote and on-site work.

More about the UvA

The University of Amsterdam is ambitious, creative and committed. An inspiration to students since 1632, a vanguard player in international science and a partner in innovation.
The University of Amsterdam is the largest university in the Netherlands, with the broadest range of courses on offer. An intellectual hub with 42,000 students, 6,000 staff and 3,000 PhD students. Connected by a culture of curiosity.

Important to know

Your application & contact

For questions about the position or department, you can contact us during office hours at: 

​​Franziska Plümmer [email protected], Assistant Professor of Europe-China Relations

Application
If you recognize yourself in the profile and are interested in the position, we look forward to receiving your application. Please send your cover letter and CV as a single PDF file. 

The vacancy closes on 15-11-2025. The first round of interviews will take place during the ​first week of November.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

As an employer, the UvA maintains an equal opportunities policy. We value diversity and are fully committed to being a place where everyone feels at home. We nurture inquisitive minds and perseverance and allow room for persistent questioning. With us, curiosity and creativity are the prevailing culture.
Studies show that women and members of underrepresented groups only apply for jobs if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Do you meet the educational requirements but not yet all of the requested experience? The UvA encourages you to apply anyway.

Important to know

Your application & contact

For questions about the position or department, you can contact us during office hours at: 

​​Franziska Plümmer [email protected], Assistant Professor of Europe-China Relations

Application
If you recognize yourself in the profile and are interested in the position, we look forward to receiving your application. Please send your cover letter and CV as a single PDF file. 

The vacancy closes on 15-11-2025. The first round of interviews will take place during the ​first week of November.

As an employer, the UvA maintains an equal opportunities policy. We value diversity and are fully committed to being a place where everyone feels at home. We nurture inquisitive minds and perseverance and allow room for persistent questioning. With us, curiosity and creativity are the prevailing culture.
Studies show that women and members of underrepresented groups only apply for jobs if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Do you meet the educational requirements but not yet all of the requested experience? The UvA encourages you to apply anyway.

Don't miss out on your dream job!

Sign up for a job alert and you'll receive automatic updates about new and relevant vacancies.

Don't miss out on your dream job!

Sign up for a job alert and you'll receive automatic updates about new and relevant vacancies.