Research Assistant (Temporary)

Welcome to Maastricht University!
Are you eager to contribute to groundbreaking research on how firms rapidly adapt during times of crisis? Do you have an eye for detail, a passion for research, and the flexibility to travel? Then we’d love to meet you!

Research Assistant (Temporary)

This project, led by Diogo Cotta, explores how companies repurpose their operations during crises. You will play a key role in mapping this emerging business phenomenon and generating insights with real societal impact.

You’ll join a collaborative research team at Maastricht University, working closely with academics and partners across Europe. Together, we combine creativity and rigor to deliver high-quality research.

What you do

In this role, you’ll support the research process from start to finish:

• Conduct systematic desk research to identify and analyze relevant cases.
• Build and maintain a structured database using information-rich sources.
• Participate in fieldwork activities in the Maastricht or Benelux region.

What You Bring

It’s not about ticking boxes—it’s about your mindset and skills. Do you recognize yourself in this?

• Detail-oriented and organized – You manage complex information with precision.
• Analytical and curious – You enjoy working with qualitative data and creating structured datasets.
• Flexible and proactive – You adapt easily and take initiative.
• Open to travel – You’re available for fieldwork in the Benelux region.
• Multilingual – You can communicate effectively in multiple languages.
  English is a must, preferably combined with Dutch, French or German. Based on the languages you speak, geographical scope of the work will be assigned to you.
  
  

What we offer

At Maastricht University, you’ll work in an international, open, and engaged environment. We offer:

•            A 6 month contract with the scope of 1.0 FTE.

•            A gross monthly salary between €3.029,- and €3.623,- (based on full-time employment of 38 hours per week). 8% holiday allowance and an 8.3% year-end bonus.

•            29 vacation days (based on full-time), four additional days off (Carnival Monday and Tuesday, Good Friday, and Liberation Day), and the possibility to accrue up to 12 extra days through compensation hours.

•            Flexible working hours, a home office allowance, and the option to work from home.

•            Freedom and space to shape your work independently and develop your ideas.

•            A close-knit community of colleagues to collaborate and grow with.

•            A solid pension plan via ABP, company fitness schemes, and access to various university sports facilities.

•            An inspiring work environment in the heart of Europe.

About the School of Business and Economics (SBE)

SBE is an international faculty for economics, business, and policy. We combine academic depth with societal engagement. Our education is small-scale and interactive. Our research focuses on themes such as sustainability, inclusion, and digital transformation. Together, we work on impactful solutions for the world of tomorrow.

Interested?

Want to know more about this position or what it’s like to work at our university? Reach out to Laura Daniels at laura.daniels@maastrichtuniversity.
You can also apply directly using the button below, before January 4th. 

We look forward to getting to know you!

About Maastricht University

At Maastricht University, we collaboratively seek solutions to help move the world forward. We do this with 23,300 students and 5,400 employees across 5 regional locations, 6 faculties, and more than 70 research institutes. We encourage you to push boundaries and discover new opportunities for yourself and the world around you. Together, we can find the answers for tomorrow.

The vacancy is open for internal and external candidates. In case of equal qualifications, internal candidates will be prioritized.

At Maastricht University, we prefer to contact potential candidates directly. We therefore kindly ask that no agencies or intermediaries submit offers or approaches.

Maastricht University is committed to promoting and nurturing a diverse and inclusive community. We believe that diversity in our staff and student population contributes to the quality of research and education at UM, and strive to enable this through inclusive policies and innovative projects led by teams of staff and students. We encourage you to apply for this position.