Research Assistants (msc Thesis Workers), Digital Economic Security Lab Diesl

Aalto University

Otaniemi, Finland
Base: 2,564.18€ pm full-time; bonus/equity: not sp...
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Strong interest in technology and global politics
Basic understanding of internet architecture
Attention to detail
Aalto University is seeking research assistants for its Digital Economic Security Lab (DIESL) to support research on the international political economy of digital infrastructures. The position is open to final-year MSc students in Computer Science who will write their Master's thesis as part of the role, starting between February and June 2026

Job Summary

  • The role involves conducting research on the international political economy of digital infrastructures as part of a Master's thesis.
  • Candidates must be final-year MSc students in Computer Science who can write fluent academic English.
  • The position offers a salary of 2,564.18€ per month for a 6-month duration starting between February and June 2026.

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Aalto University is seeking research assistants for its Digital Economic Security Lab (DIESL) to support research on the international political economy of digital infrastructures. The position is open to final-year MSc students in Computer Science who will write their Master's thesis as part of the role, starting between February and June 2026.

Salary

Base: 2,564.18€ per month full-time; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Pro rata available for part-time if taking courses concurrently

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strong interest in technology and global politics
  • Basic understanding of Internet architecture
  • Attention to detail
  • Fluent academic English writing skills
  • Final-year MSc student in Computer Science

Nice-to-have

  • Basic multivariate statistics knowledge
  • Skills in R or Python statistical libraries
  • Understanding of policymaking and tech governance
  • Affinity for mixed methods research

Key Requirements

  • Final-year MSc student status required
  • Computer Science department enrollment required
  • Master's thesis completion required within role

Work Rights

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