Research Assistant in the Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies

European University Institute — V/RA/RSC/24/2026

Research Assistant in the Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies

• Vacancy notice

• Ref.: V/RA/RSC/24/2026

• Project: The Florence School of Banking and Finance

• Deadline: 13 November 2026 at midnight (Florence time)

• Fill in the online application form and upload documents as requested. Only applications submitted through the online application form will be accepted.

Original vacancy notice https://www.eui.eu/Documents/ServicesAdmin/AcademicService/JobOpportunities/2026/RSC-24-2026.pdf

The EUI has an open vacancy for a Research Assistant in the Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies

Florence, 26 October 2026 Reference: V/RA/RSC/24/2026

Who we are

The European University Institute (EUI) at a glance: • an international organisation set up in 1972; • a research university focusing exclusively on postgraduate, doctoral and post-doctoral studies, and advanced research; • located in the hills overlooking the city of Florence, Italy.

The Institute also hosts the Historical Archives of the European Union.

The Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies (RSCAS) is an inter-disciplinary research centre at the heart of the European University Institute. It was established in 1992 to complement the four EUI disciplinary departments (Economics, History and Civilization, Law, Political and Social Sciences) with the aim to be involved in both basic and policy research, collaborate with other centres of excellence in Europe, provide opportunities for young scholars and promote dialogue with the world of practice. The Centre’s goal is to maintain an environment and support structure that fosters intellectual curiosity and excellent research. The research agenda of the Centre is currently guided by three major themes: Integration, Governance and Democracy; Regulating Markets and Governing Money; and 21st Century World Politics and Europe.

Employment details Contract type Full-time (30/30, 40 hours/week) Length of contract 2 years, start date as soon as possible. This contract may be further renewed (several times and conditional to the availability of funds), leading to an extension of the period of service up to a total of 5 years, including the first contract period.

Salary indication and grade Grade: ASTAC1e step 1 The basic net monthly salary after taxes is approximately 2.240 Euro, plus

allowances if applicable. More information about conditions of employment is available here. Place of work Florence, Italy About the project Project Director Prof. Thorsten Beck Project details The Florence School of Banking and Finance is a key point of reference for training and debate on banking and finance policy at the European level. Since its establishment in 2016, more than 17.000 people from over 75 countries have participated in over 200 training and debate activities of the School. The banking and financial professionals involved in the School’s activities include members of European and non-European central banks, national supervisory and control authorities, European institutions, academia and the private sector, including numerous high profile figures. Job description The research assistant will provide assistance to the Project Director and relevant team Coordinator, in the areas of sustainable finance, climate and nature risks and/or central banking, banking supervision and digital finance. Main tasks include: • Supporting the design, development and organisation of training activities, including seminars and research and policy events, both residential and on-line; • Contributing to the development of existing training in sustainable finance, climate and nature risks, central banking, banking supervision and digital finance by conducting background research and preparing teaching materials, case studies and practical exercises; • Supporting the School’s research and policy work in the areas mentioned above through market research and the monitoring of relevant policy, regulatory and market developments; • Supporting the dissemination activities of the School, including podcasts, blog posts & events/conferences write-ups. Qualifications and experience Qualifications and Experience E ssential: • Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Finance, Law, Political Science or a related f ield; • Proven organisational and communication skills acquired through previous experience; • Proven experience working independently and as part of an international team. Desirable:

• Master of Arts or Science in Economics, Finance, Law, Political Science or a related field; • Demonstrated professional experience in banking and finance outside ac ademia. Languages Excellent knowledge of English, both spoken and written ( CEFR level: C1 or above). Knowledge of other languages constitutes an advantage. How to apply Deadline The closing date for applications is 13 November 2026 at midnight (Florence time) Contact details For more information contact Zanobi Tosi Mazzoni, [email protected] H ow to apply Fill in the online application form and upload documents as requested Data Protection The purpose of processing the data submitted by candidates is to manage their application in view of a possible pre-selection and recruitment by the EUI. The information candidates provide in their application form is collected for the purpose of the selection procedure. The EUI will ensure that candidates’ personal data are processed as required by i ts Data Protection Policy (President’s Decision No. 10/2019 of 18 Febr uary 2019 regarding Data Protection at the EUI). Equal opportunities The European University Institute applies a policy of equal opportunities, which, in accordance with Article 1d of its Staff Regulations, prohibits discrimination on any grounds such as sex, race, colour, ethnic or social origin, genetic features, language, religion or belief, political or any other opinion, members hip of a national minority, property, birth, disability, age or sexual orientation.

Original application and information links https://www.eui.eu/Documents/ServicesAdmin/AcademicService/JobOpportunities/2026/RSC-24-2026.pdf https://apps.eui.eu/Vacancies/CandidateAccess/Login?redirectToVacancy=2041 https://www.eui.eu/en/eui-intranet/units/robert-schuman-centre-for-advanced-studies http://www.eui.eu/ServicesAndAdmin/PersonnelService/Summary-of-Conditions-of-Employment-and-Benefits.aspx https://fbf.eui.eu/ https://www.cefrlevels.com/overview/index.html mailto:[email protected] https://apps.eui.eu/Vacancies/ApplicationSubmission/Index/2041 https://www.eui.eu/Documents/AboutEUI/Organization/DataProtection/PresDecision10-2019-DataProtection.pdf