Support Research on AI & Social Impact

Student Research Assistant Position

10.03.2025, Studentische Hilfskräfte, Praktikantenstellen, Studienarbeiten

The Chair of Corporate Sustainability is seeking a student assistant (20h/week, starting in April 2024, for 6 months) to support research and teaching. Key focus areas: AI for Social Impact Measurement and Scaling Social Impact in Renewable Energy in the Global South. The role primarily involves working on an EU-funded project developing an AI-based methodology for social impact measurement, in collaboration with leonardo. and the Impact Hub Network.

The Chair offers:

- An excellent research environment with a strong focus on academic rigor and real-world impact - A practice-oriented approach, conducting research that benefits both academia and industry
- Maturing experience in the context of European Union financing frameworks
- Connections to the SEED Center Network, providing access to a global network of researchers and practitioners
- Flexible working hours, arranged to accommodate academic commitments
- A collaborative and supportive team with a pleasant working environment

Tasks include:
- Developing practice-oriented research outcomes, including business plans and market research - Conducting interviews and observations for qualitative research
- Performing data analysis and contributing to academic writing
- Presenting research findings at conferences
- Supporting ongoing research on social impact in renewable energy, particularly mini-grid systems and green hydrogen
- Assisting with minor teaching-related tasks

Job qualifications are:
- Bachelor degree, preferably in management. However, candidates with degrees in sustainability, energyrelated fields, or a combination of management and these areas will also be considered
- Interest in social impact measurement, AI, and renewable energy
- Strong analytical and academic writing skills
- Knowledge of qualitative and/or quantitative data analysis is an advantage
- Independent and structured working style
- Excellent English skills in spoken and written form

How to apply To apply, please submit the following documents through https://forms.gle/14FjWTpLhmrNA8vA9
- CV
- Transcript of records
- One-page motivation letter

The application deadline is March 21, 2025, 12pm.
For any questions, please contact Dr. Alessia Argiolas at alessia.argiolas@tum.de.

Kontakt: Dr. Alessia Argiolas, alessia.argiolas@tum.de

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