Job advertisement

Student Assistant (m/f/d) with Prof. Dr. Ursula Schröder

  • Office
    Hamburg
  • Employment type
    Internship
  • Schedule
    Part time

Research for Peace and Security

The Institute for Peace Research and Security Policy at the University of Hamburg has been investigating the conditions for peace and security – on a global, regional and local scale – since 1971. The IFSH aims to contribute actively to peace by conducting outstanding and innovative research. Transferring knowledge from research to politics and society is a fundamental part of the institute's work.


To support Prof. Dr. Ursula Schröder, we are looking for a Student Assistant (m/f/d) to start as soon as possible. The position is limited to a maximum duration of twelve months. Working hours are up to 10 hours per week and remuneration is based on TV-AVH EG2. A requirement for employment is current enrollment as a student at a state-recognized German university.


The position serves to provide administrative and organizational support to Prof. Dr. Schröder in leading the DFG research group PROMISE.

Your mission

  • Supporting administrative and organizational processes in research operations 
  • Assisting with website maintenance, including uploading and updating content, as well as supporting external communication tasks such as proofreading, event photography, and image editing 
  • Assisting with simple technical tasks, particularly in maintaining workstations and providing technical preparation and support for events in the field of conference technology

Your profile

  • Enrolled in at least a Bachelor’s program in political science or a related field 
  • Interest in a diverse and international working environment in the context of research and academia 
  • Reliable, structured, and friendly working style, as well as enjoyment of teamwork 
  • Excellent English skills, as English is the primary working language 
  • Experience in using social media channels 
  • Initial experience in editorial processes

What we offer

In addition to exciting work in a dynamic and highly relevant research environment, we offer the following additional benefits:

A company pension scheme based on the Hamburg pension model

Individual training opportunities as part of our IFSH staff development program

Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work up to 60% from home, depending on your personal situation and job context

Additional incentive pay based on our collective agreement (TV AVH) in the form of a tax-free non-cash benefit card

Further information

IFSH is committed to promoting the professional advancement of women and is therefore particularly interested in applications from women in areas where they are underrepresented. In such cases, women will be given preferential consideration in accordance with the Hamburg Equal Opportunities Act, provided they are equally qualified. We promote diversity and equal opportunities. Applications from people with disabilities or equivalent status are explicitly welcome when suitably qualified. Your application should include your current CV, relevant certificates, and a cover letter. Please apply via our career portal (ifsh.de/karriere).


The application deadline is May 18, 2026.

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Contact person for your application
Dr. Holger Niemann
Senior Researcher | Research Advisor
+49 (0)40-86 60 77-17