Join a dynamic, data-driven team at the intersection of publishing, technology, and analytics. As a Business Analyst Assistant in the CTO Office team, you’ll work hands-on with real datasets, support key analytical projects, and contribute to meaningful insights that shape our global academic publishing operations. This role is ideal for a motivated, technically inclined student eager to grow their skills in SQL, data analysis, and visualization while collaborating with experienced professionals.

As part of our commitment to fostering a collaborative team environment, this role requires working fully on-site.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Run SQL queries to extract, transform, and manipulate data from internal databases.
• Export and prepare datasets (e.g., CSV) for analysis.
• Conduct exploratory data analysis in Python (Jupyter Notebook) or R (RStudio).
• Create clear visualizations and summaries to communicate insights.
• Support the preparation of analytical reports, dashboards, and slide decks.
• Collaborate closely with the CTO Office team and cross-functional stakeholders on ongoing projects.
• Contribute to business analysis and/or requirements engineering tasks.
• Assist with documentation, data quality checks, and process improvements as needed.

Requirements

• Enrolled at a university or Fachhochschule (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Analytics, Statistics, or a related STEM field
• Strong command of English (C2); German or French at C1 is an asset
• Proficient in Microsoft O365 (PowerPoint)
• Intermediate-level SQL skills
• Beginner-level Python or R for data analysis
• Solid data visualization skills
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and logical thinker
• Able to work independently and manage tasks efficiently

What we offer

• The opportunity to contribute to the academic/scientific community;
• Flexible working hours;
• Team bond strengthening through team-building events;
• Professional growth opportunities with our global training system;
• Working in a collaborative and socially responsible team;
• Company retreat facility;
• Full-coverage insurance for accidents/daily sickness;
• Prime location near Basel train station and city center;
• And more

If you are interested in this position, we look forward to receiving:

• A resume (EN) including personal information, past & current education,
• Copy of ID and Diplomas
• If available: reference letters and certificates.

About MDPI

A pioneer in scholarly open access publishing, MDPI has supported academic communities since 1996. Our mission is to foster open scientific exchange in all forms, across all disciplines. We operate more than 400 diverse, peer-reviewed, open access journals supported by over 66,000 academic editors. We serve scholars from around the world to ensure the latest research is openly and broadly available.

MDPI is headquartered in Switzerland with additional offices in Europe, Asia and North America. We are committed to ensuring that high quality research is made available as quickly as possible. We also support sustainability projects, with sustainability as a key theme in many journals and through the MDPI Sustainability Foundation.

Initiatives

At MDPI, we develop and maintain various platforms in order to better serve the scientific community. Please find here-below a list of our main platforms:

https://www.mdpi.com
https://www.mdpi.com/books/
https://sciprofiles.com
https://sciforum.net
https://www.scilit.net
https://www.preprints.org
https://encyclopedia.pub