Are you interested in research methods and in supporting student research projects through methodological advice?
Student Assistant for the Methods Desk Communication Science
- Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
- 14066
- University
- €2.925 - €2.981
- 12 - 16 hours
- Closes on19-05-2025
Are you interested in research methods and in supporting student research projects through methodological advice?
Student Assistant for the Methods Desk Communication Science
- Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
- 14066
- University
- €2.925 - €2.981
- 12 - 16 hours
- Closes on19-05-2025
Working at the UvA
Join Us!
Since 2014, the Communication Science Department has a Methods Desk where students can ask statistical and methodological questions. We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic student to join the Methods Desk Team.
Working at the UvA
Join Us!
Since 2014, the Communication Science Department has a Methods Desk where students can ask statistical and methodological questions. We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic student to join the Methods Desk Team.
All about this vacancy
What are you going to do
You staff the Methods Desk during several sessions per week, where you answer statistical and methodological questions from Communication Science students, mostly by pointing them in the right direction (appr. 85% of your time);
You help troubleshooting the installation and malfunctioning of methodological software for coursework on students’ own devices (appr. 15% of your time);
Outside of the opening hours of the Methods Desk, you answer questions by e-mail;
You help building and maintaining a Q&A-database and the web page of the Methods Desk.
What do you have to offer
- You are a student of the Research Master in Communication Science, or another Research Master in Social and/or Behavioral Sciences at the University of Amsterdam;
- You will be available as a student-assistant (and registered as a student) at least until July 2026;
You have good understanding of quantitative and qualitative research methods and are able to use a broad range of advanced statistical methods;
You have good knowledge of SPSS. Knowledge of R or Python is a plus;
You have good working knowledge of software installation and troubleshooting issues with this on Windows and/or Apple operating systems;
You have good customer service and problem-solving skills and the ability to work accurately;
You preferably have some experience with explaining (complex) assignments by, for example, tutoring high school students;
You have a good command of written and spoken English, good command of Dutch is a plus.
What else do we offer you
All about this vacancy
What are you going to do
You staff the Methods Desk during several sessions per week, where you answer statistical and methodological questions from Communication Science students, mostly by pointing them in the right direction (appr. 85% of your time);
You help troubleshooting the installation and malfunctioning of methodological software for coursework on students’ own devices (appr. 15% of your time);
Outside of the opening hours of the Methods Desk, you answer questions by e-mail;
You help building and maintaining a Q&A-database and the web page of the Methods Desk.
What do you have to offer
- You are a student of the Research Master in Communication Science, or another Research Master in Social and/or Behavioral Sciences at the University of Amsterdam;
- You will be available as a student-assistant (and registered as a student) at least until July 2026;
You have good understanding of quantitative and qualitative research methods and are able to use a broad range of advanced statistical methods;
You have good knowledge of SPSS. Knowledge of R or Python is a plus;
You have good working knowledge of software installation and troubleshooting issues with this on Windows and/or Apple operating systems;
You have good customer service and problem-solving skills and the ability to work accurately;
You preferably have some experience with explaining (complex) assignments by, for example, tutoring high school students;
You have a good command of written and spoken English, good command of Dutch is a plus.
What else do we offer you
Your place at the UvA
You will work in this department
Organisational unit
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
You will work in this department
Organisational unit
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
If you recognize yourself in this profile and are interested in the role, we look forward to receiving your motivation letter and CV. You can apply via the red button until .
For questions about the vacancy, you can contact: 19 May 2025.
Rinaldo Kuhne: [email protected]
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.
Important to know
Your application & contact
If you recognize yourself in this profile and are interested in the role, we look forward to receiving your motivation letter and CV. You can apply via the red button until .
For questions about the vacancy, you can contact: 19 May 2025.
Rinaldo Kuhne: [email protected]
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.
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