Research Assistant in Quantitative Social Science: Machine Learning for Refugee Resettlement20%-40%, Zurich, fixed-termThe Public Policy Group at ETH Zurich invites applications for a research assistant in quantitative social science for a project using machine learning to improve refugee resettlement. The position is part of an innovative project using machine learning and matching algorithms to improve the resettlement process for refugees and asylum seekers. We are developing GeoMatch, a recommendation tool to assist governments in identifying communities where newly arriving refugees are most likely to thrive. This tool is currently being tested in the field in Switzerland and the United States, with an imminent launch in the Netherlands. The project is a collaborative effort between ETH Zurich and Stanford University. Job descriptionYour task will be to support the ongoing project in the Netherlands. Your role will include cleaning and processing data from our partner agencies, training and fine-tuning machine learning models to predict refugee resettlement outcomes, and conducting simulations and backtests to assess model performance and estimate the tool's real-world impact. You will have regular check-ins with the project team at Stanford but will conduct the day-to-day data work yourself. Profile
WorkplaceWe offerHands-on experience on an empirical research project that aims to provide tangible social impact for refugees Diverse activities:
The position is secured for 6 months starting September/October 2025. Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich We value diversityIn line with our values, ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish.
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Please note that only applications submitted through our online application portal are accepted. For further information about the position please contact the executive director, Philip Grech, philip.grech@gess.ethz.ch (Subject: Research Assistant Refugee Algorithm 2025). For more information on the Public Policy Group and Immigration Policy Lab, please visit our websites at Public Policy Group and Immigration Policy Lab, as well as Immigration lab GeoMatch. About ETH ZürichETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.
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