Student Assistant (mwd) in research

HeiGIT (Heidelberg Institute for Geoinformation Technology) conducts research on and with geographic information and makes it freely available for the benefit of the environment and societyfor example for researchers aid organizations and associations.

We are looking for a student assistant (8h/week) to support the HeiGIT research team primarily on-site with both organizational and research related tasks. Research related task will vary over time and will give you the opportunity to get insights into a broad range of topics we work at HeiGIT.

• literature search
• supporting GIS analysis
• keeping track of publication conference submission status
• supporting statistical analysis (descriptive correlation)
• support in creating figures and maps

• Interest or background in geoinformatics and geography
• interest in machine learning or computer science is beneficial but not necessary
• knowledge on literature management systems (Zotero)
• Basic Experience with Python and/or R (e.g. for data wrangling visualization or analysis)
• Basic knowledge of GIS tools or spatial data
• Structured and reliable working style curiosity and willingness to learn

• Flexible working hours perfect alongside your studies
• Freedom to manage your own time with a high degree of personal responsibility
• Exciting insights into working in geoinformation
• Work in a dedicated environment close to the university
• Meaningful work for a charitable cause

Please upload your application stating your earliest possible start date via our career portal which you can access by clicking on Apply online.

Any questions

If you have any questions about the advertised position or the application process please feel free to contact Sven Lautenbach by email at .

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all people regardless of age origin gender sexual identity religion or disability.

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