JOB OPPORTUNITY

 

Senior Research Associate

Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (CED), BRAC University (BRACU) is looking for a Senior Research Associate for the project titled “Addressing climate change and plastic waste in Bangladesh’s garment industry from a global value chain perspective (2024-2029)”, funded by the Danida Fellowship Centre (DFC), in cooperation with the University of Southern Denmark (SDU), Aalborg University, BRAC University, Institute of Business Administration, University of Dhaka (IBA-DU).

Major Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate in the design and implementation of qualitative and quantitative research activities of the project.
  • Oversee primary data collection activities and prepare data collection tools.
  • Visit the project sites to conduct fieldwork including interviews, surveys, and factory visits related to plastic waste recycling.
  • Lead the data cleaning and data analysis activities.
  • Coordinate and facilitate stakeholder engagement activities, including co-creation workshops with policymakers, plastic recyclers, and other stakeholders.
  • Organize dissemination events and advocacy activities.
  • Draft research briefs, and reports, based on research findings.
  • Guide and coordinate the work of junior researchers in the project.
  • Make liaison with relevant bodies, national and international stakeholders and different authorities.
  • Provide institutional support for conducting research activities.

Job Requirements:

  • Research degree (with a Master’s degree at least) from a recognized university in Environmental Science, Environmental Economics, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sociology, Urban and Regional Planning (URP), Anthropology, Operations Management, Disaster Management, Climate Finance, or other relevant disciplines.
  • 5+ years of relevant research experience, preferably in sustainability, waste management, ecosystem development.
  • Experience in qualitative and/or quantitative research methods, data visualization, and environmental research.
  • Preferably with an experience in research publication
  • Proficiency in MS Office; experience with software like NVivo, SPSS, or STATA.
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; and adept at building relationships with different stakeholders.
  • Experience in using initiative and creativity to resolve problems, identifying suitable solutions and opportunities for improvements.
  • Methodical approach to work and high level of attention to detail.
  • Must be self-motivated, hardworking and flexible regarding work hour.
  • Flexible approach to work and positive response to changing requirements.
  • Good analytical ability, and excellent speaking and writing skills in English and Bangla.
  • Must be open to traveling for fieldwork.

Instruction:

To apply, please send the following to ced.projects@bracu.ac.bd with the subject “Application for Senior Research Associate” by 30 August 2025: