Research Associate

The Doha Institute for Graduate Studies; Doha; On-site; QAR 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Research Associate to contribute to a pioneering research project on fertility preservation in Qatar. This role involves project coordination, data collection, and analysis, as well as writing research briefs and publications. The successful candidate will work closely with a diverse team across institutions, ensuring compliance with ethical standards while gaining invaluable experience in an interdisciplinary environment. If you are passionate about research and eager to make a difference in women's health, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Sociology, Anthropology, Public Health, or related field required.
• Experience in qualitative research methods and project management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing project timelines, deliverables, and reporting requirements.
• Organize qualitative and quantitative data collection and conduct literature reviews.

Skills

Project Management

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Qualitative Research

Writing Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Arabic

Education

Master's Degree in Sociology

Master's Degree in Anthropology

Master's Degree in Public Health

Master's Degree in Public Policy

Master's Degree in Bioethics

Tools

MAXQDA

NVivo

Job description

The term of appointment will be up to [12 months], subject to renewal, starting in June 2025, for work on an externally sponsored research grant.

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate to support the implementation of a groundbreaking research project funded until 2028 by Qatar Research Development and Innovation Council titled "Fertility, Faith and Family: Tracing fertility preservation trends, experiences and challenges in Qatar - A sociological wraparound intervention" and led by the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies (DI) represented by Dr. Dina Taha, the Lead Principal Investigator. The collaborating institutions are Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC), Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), and Yale University. This interdisciplinary study examines the social, ethical, and healthcare dimensions of women's fertility preservation treatments in Qatar. The successful applicant will be based at the DI. The project will operate within the Research & Grants Department.
The successful candidate will play a key role in managing research logistics, coordinating project activities, ensuring compliance with ethical and regulatory requirements, and supporting data collection, analysis, and dissemination efforts as well as a proven record of writing high-quality research papers.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Coordination & Management:

• Assist in managing the project timeline, research deliverables, and reporting requirements.
• Support Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications and ethical compliance for research activities.
• Track project milestones and ensure alignment with grant requirements.

Data Collection & Analysis:

• Organize and oversee qualitative and quantitative data collection, including interviews and document reviews.
• Conduct literature reviews and assist in data coding and thematic analysis using MAXQDA or other software.

Research Administration:

• Manage research files, meeting notes, and progress documentation.
• Assist in managing the research team (including RA training).
• Coordinate research meetings and liaise with team members across institutions.

Knowledge Dissemination & Reporting:

• Assist in writing research briefs, reports, and peer-reviewed publications.
• Support the development of policy briefs and presentations for different audiences (including national and international conferences and seminars to disseminate research findings).

Other tasks as directed by the Lead Principal Investigator that fall within the scope of the project.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Master's degree (or higher) in Sociology, Anthropology, Public Health, Public Policy, Bioethics, or a related field.

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in qualitative research methods, research management, or academic project administration is preferred.
• A demonstrated or emerging record of writing high-quality research papers.
• Familiarity with Qatari healthcare policies, bioethics, and gender or family studies is an asset.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Strong project management, time management, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in qualitative research software (e.g., MAXQDA, NVivo) and data management tools.
• Fluency in English and Arabic (spoken and written).
• Excellent writing skills for academic and policy audiences.