Job title
Support Technician at the Research and Expertise Centre of Survey Methodology (RECSM), Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF), Barcelona, Spain.
REFERENCE CALL: CPIS-PSR-2026-11
Offer publication date: 20/05/2026
The person will work in the Research and Expertise Center of Survey Methodology (RECSM: https://www.upf.edu/web/survey) under the supervision of Profs. Melanie Revilla, of the Department of Political and Social Science at the Universitat Pompeu Fabra
Deadline to submit applications 04/06/2026
Financing source: CU01324 - RECSM Methods School 2025 – 2026
Research Line Public opinion and Survey Methodology
RECSM is a multidisciplinary centre focusing on research in survey methodology, data analysis, and (quasi-)experimental research designs. It is formed of different research groups and researchers, who are part of the Department of Political and Social Sciences at the Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF) in Barcelona. The centre organizes different activities, including seminars/webinars, a winter and a summer school in survey methodology and data analysis.
Our central research topics deal with improving survey questions and questionnaires, conducting web surveys, improving causal inference with observational data and analysing survey data with advanced statistical methods. Furthermore, our research applies survey data analysis tools to substantive research topics, particularly in the fields of Political Behaviour, Social Demography and Social-Personality Psychology.
More information at: https://www.upf.edu/web/survey
TASKS
For RESCM:
1) Overall coordination of RECSM activities
2) Coordination and support of the different RECSM research groups
3) Giving visibility to RECSM both inside UPF and outside (nationally and internationally)
4) Organization of RECSM events (e.g., seminars/webinars, short courses, workshops)
5) Organization, coordination, management and diffusion of the winter (two weeks) and summer schools (three weeks)
6) Dissemination and management of RECSM website and social media content (LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter)
7) Coordination of research or teachings visits
8) Fundraising
Requirements
· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sociology, Demography, or a related social science field.
· Independent administrative and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively in a collaborative setting.
· Proactive, solution-oriented way of working
· Collaborative team member with strong interpersonal skills.
· Native-level English for written, oral, and electronic communication is required, functional level of Spanish, and some level of Catalan will be valued.
· Strong written and editorial communication skills
· Solid use of MS office.
· Good level user of Social media.
· Previous experience working as a Research Assistant
· Demonstrated experience conducting literature reviews and synthesizing findings clearly and analytically.
Terms and conditions of the contract
Group: PSR 3U
Full time Contract: 35 hours per week
Gross annual salary: 29.979,98€ approx.
Job Location: Barcelona, Spain.
Type of Contract: Indefinite according to the provisions of article 23 bis of the Llei 14/2011, from the 1st of June, of science, technology, and innovation.
The labour contract includes all the benefits of the Spanish Public Health and Social Security System.
The candidates will start as soon as possible
Selection criteria:
Only applications from candidates who fulfil the requirements mentioned above will be evaluated, following these criteria:
● Experience and skills: 1-5 points
● English 1-4
● Motivation: 1 point
Selection committee:
● President: Mariano Torcal
o Substitute: Constanza Monterrubio
● Secretary: Esther Celma
o Substitute: Montserrat Palau
● Vocal: Melanie Revilla
o Substitute: Grabiela de Lima
Candidates must pass a minimum of 8 points total of the selection criteria.
Theselectioncommitteewillconsiderthepossibilityofinterviewingcandidateswho pass the minimum score.
Information on the application process:
To apply for these positions, interested candidates should send the following documentation:
1. A motivation letter explaining how the candidates fulfil the requirements mentioned in the job description and why they are interested in this position (1 page)
2. A copy of their CV.
3. A copy of their DNI/NIE or Passport
All the information should be sent by interfolio through the following link:https://apply.interfolio.com/187028
Contact: mariano.torcal@upf.edu
Information about the selection process
https://www.upf.edu/web/politiques/ofertes-de-treball
UPF promotes a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, race, religion or sexual orientation.
