Qatar University (Social and Economic Survey Research Institute)

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The Social and Economic Survey Research Institute (SESRI; http://sesri.qu.edu.qa/) invites applications for multiple full-time Policy Analyst positions at its Policy Unit which is located at Qatar University in Doha, Qatar. The newly-formed Policy Unit is being created to utilize new and existing SESRI data to engage in empirically-backed analysis and debate of policy questions of relevance to Qatar and the Gulf region.

Policy Analysts work closely with Senior Policy Analysts to undertake research and conduct analyses on policy issues, author background studies and other supporting materials, help set agendas for convenings with policy audiences, and contribute to the design, implementation, and assessment of the Policy Unit’s research programs.

Applicants should possess knowledge of one or more substantive areas of local and regional policy relevance, as well as familiarity with pertinent research and analytical methods and the ability to apply such techniques to policy issues. Successful candidates will be resourceful, detail oriented, have excellent written and oral communication skills in both Arabic and English, and be comfortable working both individually and as part of a team. Quantitative analytical skills, experience with statistical software, experience analyzing survey data, and experience working on Gulf policy issues all will be considered favorably. A bachelor’s degree in public policy, public administration, or relevant social science field is required, with a master’s degree preferred.

Applications will be reviewed beginning on November 23, 2014. The positions will remain open until filled.

These full-time positions carry an initial three-year term, with a start date that is negotiable, and the possibility of a renewal upon mutual agreement.

The terms of employment are highly competitive and include housing, educational subsidies for children, and generous support for research and travel. The appointment will begin as soon as January 2015, with a later start date possible, pending candidate availability. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, recent curriculum vita, concise statement of research interests, writing sample or representative publication, confidential letter of reference from someone familiar with the candidate’s work, and the names and contact information of two additional referees to pasearch@qu.edu.qa