Research Assistant Political Science - New York University Abu Dhabi - Abu Dhabi, UAE

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  • Abu Dhabi
  • DH 15,000-20,000 per month
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Research Assistant Political Science - New York University Abu Dhabi - Abu Dhabi, UAEPosition Overview
New York University Abu Dhabi is recruiting a Research Assistant in Political Science to support advanced quantitative research projects in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This full-time research position focuses on data management, statistical replication, GIS analysis, and visualization using R and Stata within a leading Higher Education research environment.Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Higher Education
Function: Research
Salary: 15000-20000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-timeKey Responsibilities
  • Manage, clean, and structure large quantitative datasets for political science research
  • Conduct statistical analysis and replication studies using R and Stata
  • Develop high-quality data visualizations and graphical outputs in R
  • Perform GIS data analysis using R and or ArcGIS
  • Carry out systematic literature reviews to support faculty research projects
  • Assist with academic manuscript preparation including light editing and formatting
  • Document research workflows to ensure transparency and reproducibility
  • Collaborate closely with faculty members and research teams
  • Contribute to academic publications with potential opportunities for co-authorship
Ideal Profile
  • Master's degree in social sciences, quantitative data analysis, statistics, or related discipline, or bachelor's degree with relevant research experience
  • Less than five years of professional research experience
  • Advanced proficiency in R and Stata for statistical analysis
  • Experience in GIS data analysis and spatial data processing
  • Strong analytical thinking and independent problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Ability to work independently while meeting project deadlines
Skills Set
  • Quantitative research methods and statistical modeling
  • Data visualization and reproducible research workflows
  • GIS mapping and spatial analysis
  • Academic writing and editing support
  • Data management and documentation
  • Critical analysis and collaborative research
Why Join Us
  • Opportunity to work within a globally ranked research university
  • Competitive tax-free salary with housing and education benefits
  • Exposure to international academic research networks
  • Supportive research environment with opportunities for publication
  • Access to modern research infrastructure and institutional resources
  • Multicultural campus community with global academic reach
About the Company
New York University Abu Dhabi is a premier international research university and part of NYU's global academic network spanning New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai. Recognized among the world's top-ranked institutions, NYU Abu Dhabi integrates rigorous undergraduate and graduate education with advanced multidisciplinary research across social sciences, humanities, engineering, and natural sciences. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive academic community committed to innovation, global engagement, and scholarly excellence.Job Title Research Assistant Political Science - New York University Abu Dhabi - Abu Dhabi, UAE
Job Description Research Assistant Political Science - New York University Abu Dhabi - Abu Dhabi, UAEPosition Overview
New York University Abu Dhabi is recruiting a Research Assistant in Political Science to support advanced quantitative research projects in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This full-time research position focuses on data management, statistical replication, GIS analysis, and visualization using R and Stata within a leading Higher Education research environment.Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Higher Education
Function: Research
Salary: 15000-20000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-timeKey Responsibilities
  • Manage, clean, and structure large quantitative datasets for political science research
  • Conduct statistical analysis and replication studies using R and Stata
  • Develop high-quality data visualizations and graphical outputs in R
  • Perform GIS data analysis using R and or ArcGIS
  • Carry out systematic literature reviews to support faculty research projects
  • Assist with academic manuscript preparation including light editing and formatting
  • Document research workflows to ensure transparency and reproducibility
  • Collaborate closely with faculty members and research teams
  • Contribute to academic publications with potential opportunities for co-authorship
Ideal Profile
  • Master's degree in social sciences, quantitative data analysis, statistics, or related discipline, or bachelor's degree with relevant research experience
  • Less than five years of professional research experience
  • Advanced proficiency in R and Stata for statistical analysis
  • Experience in GIS data analysis and spatial data processing
  • Strong analytical thinking and independent problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Ability to work independently while meeting project deadlines
Skills Set
  • Quantitative research methods and statistical modeling
  • Data visualization and reproducible research workflows
  • GIS mapping and spatial analysis
  • Academic writing and editing support
  • Data management and documentation
  • Critical analysis and collaborative research
Why Join Us
  • Opportunity to work within a globally ranked research university
  • Competitive tax-free salary with housing and education benefits
  • Exposure to international academic research networks
  • Supportive research environment with opportunities for publication
  • Access to modern research infrastructure and institutional resources
  • Multicultural campus community with global academic reach
About the Company
New York University Abu Dhabi is a premier international research university and part of NYU's global academic network spanning New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai. Recognized among the world's top-ranked institutions, NYU Abu Dhabi integrates rigorous undergraduate and graduate education with advanced multidisciplinary research across social sciences, humanities, engineering, and natural sciences. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive academic community committed to innovation, global engagement, and scholarly excellence.
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