Freelance Research

POLITICO’s Research & Analysis Division is looking fora freelance Research & Data Economist to cover EU Affairs, based in Berlin. The workload is flexible, with onboarding in December/January and an emphasis in February-December 2026.

**Responsibilities**

As a freelance analyst, you will:

- Write recurring reports on strategic topics that convey in-depth information about upcoming relevant developments on the EU level
- Search and find primary raw data, conduct independent descriptive analyses of real-world data for the relevant topics, and visualize your findings in compelling graphs
- Deliver high-quality written reports that translate complex economic issues and quantitative analyses into clear, actionable insightsCollaborate closely with other analysts in POLITICO’s Research & Analysis Division

**Your background**

- A master’s degree in economics, quantitative political science, or a comparable discipline
- Three or more years of experience in academic and non-academic economic research on the EU, consulting, journalism, or similar work covering EU Affairs in the below policy areas
- Strong research skills, analytical skills, and quantitative skills - ability to synthesize complex issues, and assess economic impact (using data analysis tools such as Excel, R, and Python), and communicate findings clearly
- Exceptional writing skills in English: clear, persuasive, and audience-focused communication in English
- Project management skills: ability to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work independentlyTeam collaboration: experience working with policy and data analysts to produce impactful analysis

**Policy Areas of Interest**

- Digital & Technology
- Sustainability & Energy
- Industry, Trade & CompetitionSecurity & Defence

**Other Notes & Requirements**

- Successful applicants will be part of a freelance pool and work with POLITICO on a project-by-project basis, with the opportunity to contribute to multiple projects over time.
- Applicants must have the right to work and reside in the EU.
- Location can be hybrid, preferably in Berlin
- your place of residenceyour estimated availability during the months of December 2025-November

**Equal Opportunity**

POLITICO is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, age, or any other characteristic protected under EU law.

Application Instructions & Further Details

Location: Berlin

Employment level: Freelance

Type of role: Freelance Research & Data Economist EU Affairs

Updated: November 2025
Job ID: 00707