About the opportunity
The Department of Political Science at the University of Copenhagen is seeking one or more student assistants to join the “Lobbying (A)symmetry: The Dynamics Behind Informed Policy” (LOBBYMETRY) project. Funded by the European Research Council and led by Associate Professor Wiebke Marie Junk, the project investigates lobbying dynamics in European public policy, with a specific focus on climate and digital policy. The successful candidate will work within an international team, assisting with the implementation of cross-country surveys and various research and dissemination tasks. This role offers students an opportunity to gain practical experience in a high-level academic research environment while contributing to a significant European research initiative.
Salary and benefits
- Hourly wage of at least DKK 145.73 (rate effective from 1 August 2026)
- Salary placement determined based on seniority
- Opportunity to work within an international research team
- Experience in cross-country survey implementation and academic research dissemination
Who can apply?
- Currently enrolled and active in a higher educational program
- Enrolled in a relevant social science field, such as political science or economics
- Interest in lobbying and European public policy, particularly in climate or digital policy
- Willingness to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Proficiency in spoken and written English
- Proficiency in one of the following languages: Hungarian, Lithuanian, Italian, Swedish, or Danish
Required documents
- Concise application
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Short cover letter
- Confirmation of enrollment
- Academic transcripts
When to apply
- Application deadline: 31 October 2026 at 23:59 CET
How to apply
- Prepare all documents in English in Adobe PDF or Word format
- Submit the application via the official online portal using the 'Apply now' link provided on the vacancy page
Additional information
- The position is expected to involve 5 or 12 hours of work per week, as agreed upon before starting
- Employment is governed by the General Collective Agreement between the Ministry of Taxation and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (OAO-S) and the HK agreement for office staff
- Interviews are expected to be held shortly after the application deadline
- The project is funded by the European Union
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Students currently pursuing degrees in political science or economics who are eager to gain hands-on research experience
- Individuals with a strong interest in European policy, specifically climate or digital policy, looking to contribute to an ERC-funded project
- Multilingual candidates who possess English proficiency alongside one of the required project languages (Hungarian, Lithuanian, Italian, Swedish, or Danish)
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a part-time student assistant role with a fixed weekly commitment of 5 or 12 hours, which may require balancing with academic studies
- The position is based in Copenhagen, and applicants should ensure they are able to fulfill the work requirements locally
- The role is subject to specific collective agreements, which dictate the salary and employment terms
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position is an excellent opportunity for students to integrate into a professional academic research environment. It provides a platform to develop practical skills in survey implementation and research dissemination while working under the guidance of experienced researchers. For students aiming to pursue a career in academia or policy analysis, this role offers valuable exposure to high-level European research and networking opportunities within the Department of Political Science.
Our take
This role is highly suitable for currently enrolled social science students who meet the language requirements and have a genuine interest in lobbying and European policy. It is a well-structured, paid opportunity that fits well for those looking to build their research portfolio during their studies.
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