Research Assistant in the Strategic Management Department at IESE Business School

Overview IESE Business School is committed to the development of leaders who aim to have a deep, positive and lasting impact on people, firms and society through professional excellence, integrity and spirit of service. IESE attracts and develops talented professionals to run its diverse programs. IESE’s people live the school’s mission on a day-to-day basis, maintaining the institution as one of the top business schools in the world. IESE focuses on principles in the workplace that help cultivate an atmosphere of professionalism, integrity, service and respect and believes that organizations are communities of people.

Professor David Wehrheim (Strategic Management Department, IESE Business School) is seeking a full-time Research Assistant to contribute to ongoing research projects on R&D, innovation, and strategy, as well as to support teaching-related activities. The position combines data analysis, literature reviews, and research support with assistance in preparing and organizing teaching materials.

This position is ideal for a recent graduate with a strong academic background in economics, strategy, or business who is considering a future PhD or research career.

Responsibilities Collect, clean, and analyze datasets

Conduct econometric and statistical analyses (Stata, R, or Python)

Perform literature reviews

Draft figures, tables, and background notes for working papers

Support teaching-related tasks such as preparing case packets, slides, and teaching notes, and helping with course organization

Recent Bachelor’s or Master’s graduate (or final-year student) in Economics, Strategy, Business, or related fields

Strong analytical, research, and writing skills

Proficiency in statistical software packages (Stata, R, or Python)

Organized, self-driven, and motivated to learn in a fast-paced environment

At least B2 level fluency in English and Spanish

Interest in pursuing a PhD in Strategy, Economics, or related fields (preferred but not required)

Conditions Full-time position based in Madrid

Salary : €1,830 / month before tax

Spanish work contract with full Social Security coverage

Start date : October 1, 2025

End date : 1 year, possibility of extending depending on performance and funding

CONTACT Interested parties please send CV, academic transcript and a cover letter in English to :

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