Job Description
Qatar University Profile:
Qatar University is the premier national institution of higher education with a mission to produce well-rounded graduates with academic knowledge of quality and excellence coupled with a keen spirit of volunteerism and civic responsibility. This is underpinned by committed leadership and an experienced and motivated faculty and staff body.
Office Profile:
The Social and Economic Survey Research Institute (SESRI), with a research and an educational mission, has been established at Qatar University to conduct high-quality survey research of current and future social and economic issues. SESRI is an initiative of Qatar University, in association with the Institute for Social Research (ISR ) at the University of Michigan. Founded in 1977, Qatar University (http://www.qu.edu.qa/) is the national university of the state of Qatar, an established and dynamic institution dedicated to academic and research excellence. Established in 1948, the University of Michigan’s Institute for Social Research (http://www.isr.umich.edu/) is among the world’s oldest academic survey research organizations, and a world leader in the development and application of social science methodology.
Duties & Responsibilities
Job Summary
The Research Full Professor will contribute to SESRI’s mission by leading high-quality research projects, particularly in survey research and applied social sciences. The role involves designing and implementing research studies, securing funding, publishing scholarly work, and engaging in policy-relevant research initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Design and implement quantitative and/or mixed-methods research studies
Lead and provide technical expertise in the design, application, and evaluation of survey instruments, ensuring validity, reliability, precision, and cost-effectiveness
Publish high-quality research in peer-reviewed journals
Contribute to research reports, presentations, and dissemination outputs based on SESRI surveys
Mentor and support junior researchers and research staff
Actively participate in SESRI events (e.g., conferences, training workshops, public lectures)
Contribute to teaching activities, if required, in line with Qatar University policies
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Qualifications
Education
PhD in Economics or a related Social Science (e.g., Political Science, Sociology, Public Policy)
Languages
Excellent proficiency in English (required)
Proficiency in Arabic (preferred)
Experience
Minimum of 2 years of post-PhD research experience
Strong background in quantitative and/or mixed-methods research
Experience in survey research, including field data collection and/or large dataset analysis
Proficiency in statistical software such as R, SAS, SPSS, or STATA
Proven track record of academic publications
Experience in securing or contributing to research funding
Preferred (Not Mandatory)
Experience conducting research in Qatar or the GCC region
Experience with experimental or quasi-experimental research methods
Experience working on policy-oriented or government-linked research
Required Documents
Academic:
1. Current Curriculum Vitae.
2. Cover letter.
3. Teaching, research, and service philosophy.
4. Three referees’ contact information (physical and email addresses as well their telephones contact).
5. Copy of highest earned credential (transcript of highest degree if graduated from an institution where course work was completed. However, if no course work was completed, an copy of certificate letter from the registrar of your highest credential granting institution regarding your highest academic degree).
6. Any additional documentation that you feel is relevant to your application.
Benefits
Academic:
1. A three-year renewable contract.
2. Salary is commensurate with experience.
3. Tax-free salary.
4. Furnished accommodation in accordance with QU HR policies.
5. Annual round trip air tickets for faculty member and dependents in accordance with QUHR policies.
6. Educational allowance for candidate's children (eligible candidates only) in accordance with QU HR policies.
7. Private health care and health insurance in accordance with QU HR policies.
8. Annual leave in accordance with QU HR policies.
9. End-of-contract indemnity.
How To Apply
1. Returning Applicant: Please login in QU Recruitment Online website (https://careers.qu.edu.qa) to update/edit your saved profile. Use this profile to apply for this position.
2. New Applicant: You need to setup an account with QU Recruitment Online website (https://careers.qu.edu.qa) and complete your personal profile. Once your profile is complete you may use it to apply for an open Position.