Academic Research Assistant

Location and Work Arrangement

• The role is based in the United Arab Emirates and is fully remote.
• The position is part-time.

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Support academic and applied research projects across assigned subject areas.
• Conduct literature reviews and gather information from credible academic sources.
• Collect, organize, verify, and document qualitative and quantitative research data.
• Assist with research methodologies, study planning, and project documentation.
• Analyze findings and identify relevant patterns, trends, and relationships.
• Prepare research summaries, reports, presentations, and supporting materials.
• Maintain organized research databases, references, files, and project records.
• Assist with surveys, interviews, questionnaires, or other approved research activities.
• Collaborate with researchers, instructors, and academic stakeholders.
• Support research quality, accuracy, ethical standards, and timely project delivery.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant academic discipline is preferred.
• Three or more years of relevant research, academic, analytical, or professional experience is preferred.
• Strong understanding of academic research principles and literature review methods.
• Familiarity with qualitative and quantitative research approaches.
• Proficiency in organizing information, analyzing data, and preparing research documentation.
• Strong critical-thinking, problem-solving, and information-evaluation skills.
• Excellent written communication and academic documentation abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple research tasks, priorities, and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a remote environment.

What the Employer Offers

• Flexible part-time working arrangements in a fully remote environment.
• Compensation aligned with experience and responsibilities.
• Opportunity to contribute to academic and research initiatives.
• Exposure to diverse research topics, disciplines, and international academic projects.
• Professional development through hands-on research and analytical work.