Job Description

Title: Research Associate

Company Name: Centre for Social and Economic Research (CSER)

Vacancy: --

Age: At least 25 years

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

Published: 2026-06-20

Application Deadline: 2026-07-20

Education:

Requirements:

Skills Required:

Additional Requirements:

• Age At least 25 years

Career Opportunity: Research Associate

Centre for Social and Economic Research (CSER) is a leading research and policy institution dedicated to generating evidence-based insights for economic and social development. We are seeking a talented and motivated Research Associate to support research projects, policy analysis, and knowledge generation initiatives.

Position

Research Associate

Location

Dhaka, Bangladesh

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting economic, social, and policy research studies.

• Collect, clean, manage, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data.

• Conduct literature reviews and background research on assigned topics.

• Support the preparation of research reports, policy briefs, presentations, and publications.

• Assist in survey design, fieldwork coordination, and data validation activities.

• Contribute to economic and statistical analysis using appropriate research tools and methodologies.

• Support project implementation, documentation, and reporting requirements.

• Prepare presentations and summaries for meetings, workshops, and stakeholder consultations.

• Monitor economic and development trends and provide research support to senior team members.

• Maintain research databases and ensure data accuracy and confidentiality.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Economics, Development Studies, Statistics, Public Policy, Social Sciences, or a related field from a recognized university.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of research experience in economic research, policy analysis, development projects, academia, consulting, or related fields.

Additional Requirements

• Strong analytical and research skills.

• Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.

• Proficiency in MS Office and statistical software such as SPSS, STATA, R, Python, or similar analytical tools.

• Excellent report writing and communication skills in English and Bangla.

• Ability to synthesize information and present findings clearly and concisely.

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a research team.

• Strong commitment to professional ethics and research integrity.

Compensation & Benefits

CSER offers a competitive compensation package, professional development opportunities, and a dynamic research environment.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates are requested to submit their updated CV along with a cover letter mentioning “Research Associate” in the subject line.

Application Deadline: 20 July, 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment.

Centre for Social and Economic Research (CSER) is an equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.