Database Manager for the Department of Political Science

University of Gothenburg meets society's challenges with versatile knowledge. 58,000 students and 6,800 employees make the university a large and inspiring workplace. Strong research and attractive education programs attract researchers and students from all over the world. With new knowledge and new perspectives, University of Gothenburg contributes to a better future. The Department of Political Science is an international academic environment that welcomes students, researchers, and staff from all over the world. Our research concerns subjects such as political institutions, elections, opinion and democracy, international and European politics, environmental politics, corruption, and political ideas. We organize a large number of research seminars and workshops annually within the department's various research areas. We offer education at all levels in both Swedish and English. A total of around 1,400 people study with us, and we have approximately 170 employees. More information about the department can be found at http://www.pol.gu.se The Department of Political Science is now seeking an assistant researcher for the research project ”The Local Quality of Government (Lo-QoG) dataset: A hub for local societal indicators across Europé” / (Lokala data över Europa: en plattform med lokala indikatorer för korruptionsrisker och samhälleliga fenomeN) The employment is a temporary position with a scope of 100% for 6 months. Tasks As a database manager, you will work with the next phase of the LoQoG project together with the data team. The focus is on collecting and preparing data at the municipal level in EU member states. The main goal is to integrate statistical data with previously collected geographic data to compile a comprehensive database. Your tasks: Identify and collect data at the municipal level within various subject areas from actors such as national statistical agencies and European databases, to be able to integrate it with existing geographic data. Reconcile results with legislative documents and official registers, as well as verify license requirements for various data sources. Communicate with national authorities and data providers to obtain missing information or clarify questions regarding data quality. Prepare technical documentation (metadata) as well as prepare material for reports and presentations for the project's stakeholders.

You will be part of the department's research support, which consists of just over twenty people who contribute to the department's various research projects. The research support has regular shorter meetings. Qualifications We are looking for a candidate with at least a bachelor's degree in political science or a related subject area. Our ideal candidate is a highly motivated person who has an interest in political science and data management. For the employment, basic knowledge of quantitative methods and data management is required. It is meritorious if you have experience in large-scale data collection projects, knowledge of R and/or Python, as well as experience working with spatial data (geodata), as the project involves the integration of geospatial data and large statistical datasets. The role requires you to be solution-oriented, proactive, and meticulous. You need to be able to identify and correct discrepancies in large datasets in an independent manner. We see that you have the ability to work both independently and in teams, as well as to maintain a research-oriented mindset. A structured and careful approach to data documentation and reporting is crucial for the role. We are looking for someone with excellent knowledge of English, both spoken and written. Additional language skills in European languages are highly meritorious. Employment The employment is a temporary position for 6 months. 100% of full-time, you will be part of the research support at the Department of Political Science. Start date: as soon as possible. Contact details for the employment Questions regarding the tasks and the project should be sent to mailto:erica.metheney@gu.se Questions about the employment and the recruitment process can be directed to assistant administrative manager, head of research support mailto:linda.forsberg@gu.se as well as personnel officer mailto:Helena.Jensen@gu.se. Trade unions Trade union representatives at University of Gothenburg can be found here: https://www.gu.se/jobba-hos-oss/sa-blir-du-en-av-oss#kollektivavtal-och-fackliga-foretradare Application You apply for the position via University of Gothenburg's recruitment portal by clicking the "Apply" button. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring that the application is complete in accordance with the advertisement and that it is provided to the university no later than the application deadline. We ask you to write your application in English as it may be reviewed by English-speaking staff. In the selection process, interviews, work samples, and reference checks will likely be required. The application must contain: A cover letter (max 2 pages) describing why you are interested in the job, how you can contribute to the research project, and how you meet the criteria above A CV A written text in English that in some way demonstrates academic writing A Python script that demonstrates your skills in data curation and data management at an intermediate level A list with two or more references who can be contacted for letters of recommendation Your grades from undergraduate studies and any master's studies

Application must be received by: 2026-10-14

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