Research Assistant

Research Assistant

Date of Publication: 9th Sept 2025

Date of Application Closing: 31st Dec 2025

Position Overview

A Research Assistant supports academic, scientific, or business research projects by collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data, reviewing literature, preparing reports, and assisting with administrative and technical tasks. The role requires strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct literature reviews and summarize findings for use in research papers, reports, or proposals.

Collect, compile, and analyze qualitative and/or quantitative data using appropriate tools (e.g., SPSS, Excel, Python, NVivo).

Assist in designing research methodologies, surveys, and experiments.

Support in preparing manuscripts, presentations, and technical documents.

Maintain research databases and ensure data accuracy and confidentiality.

Collaborate with research teams, faculty, or supervisors to meet project deadlines.

Prepare charts, graphs, and visualizations for data interpretation.

Perform administrative tasks related to research projects (organizing files, scheduling meetings, handling communication).

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Social Sciences, Business, Computer Science, Life Sciences, or Engineering).

Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Proficiency in research tools, statistical software, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.

Attention to detail and accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience in academic or corporate research.

  • Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, R).

  • Experience with publishing research papers or assisting in scholarly articles.

  • Knowledge of research ethics and data privacy compliance.

Key Competencies

  • Research and Analytical Skills

  • Data Management and Organization

  • Technical Writing and Documentation

  • Collaboration and Teamwork

  • Adaptability and Learning Agility

  • Time Management

Career Path

Research Assistants often advance to roles such as:

  • Research Associate / Analyst

  • Project Coordinator

  • Academic Researcher / Lecturer

  • Data Scientist or Business Intelligence Analyst

  • Consultant in Research & Development

Send your CV at our e-mail : info@sentiente.com

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