- Predoctoral Research Assistant
The programme offers a unique educational opportunity for high-potential individuals to come to London Business School to participate in the intellectual life of the school.
The role provides an ideal transition for recent graduates who are interested in going on to a top business school PhD programme in Management Science and Operations.
Successful candidates will work closely with leading faculty, learn to provide research assistance, e.g., in the form of data collection and analysis, and will receive mentoring from the faculty with whom they are working.
They will be able to take one PhD course per term, attend workshops and seminars, and access a rich intellectual and cultural campus life. They will benefit from the resources of the MSO community, which includes interactions with faculty and PhD students, and mentoring opportunities, among others.
Qualifications
Applicants should have at least an undergraduate degree in data science, computer science, math, statistics, economics, operations research, industrial engineering, or a related field. Previous experience in a similar role - even as an undergraduate is an advantage. Knowledge and experience of programming, for example, Python, R, Stata, or MATLAB, is essential.
We strongly encourage applications from candidates interested in analytical or data driven research for social good, who wish to pursue a PhD after a pre-doctoralresearch experience. The position provides excellent preparation for high-level doctoral studies.
Application Instructions
The deadline for submission of applications is 1st May 2026.
Please apply on Interfolio attaching a cover letter, CV, two letters of reference, and supporting documents/working papers. In your cover letter please highlight your goals and why you see this as an opportunity worth pursuing.
For questions about the application process, please contact Zainab Mehr.
London Business School is an equal opportunities employer and as such we particularly welcome applications from women, black, and other ethnic minority candidates, who are under-represented in our faculty.