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Research Associate Job in Lahore at BNU
Position Overview
Job Description
Research Associate Position at BNU
BNU is hiring Research Associates for a Digital Mapping Project. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to contribute to important research in the cultural and creative industries of Pakistan. The position requires immediate joining and full-time commitment.
Vacancy Details
- Positions: Research Associate(s) — 02
- Duration: 5 months, full-time (contractual, non-renewable)
- Location: BNU, Lahore
- Availability: Immediate joining required; full-time commitment, no concurrent employment
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct desk research and facilitate primary surveys.
- Support Key Informant Interviews and Focus Group Discussions.
- Contribute to the review of national/provincial cultural policies and institutional frameworks relevant to CCIs.
- Clean, organize, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data; support gap-taxonomy and roadmap development.
- Help draft inception, stakeholder consultation, digital mapping, policy analysis, and final reports.
- Coordinate with relevant stakeholders.
Eligibility
- Qualification: Minimum 16 years of education in Social Sciences, Economics, Media/Cultural Studies, Public Policy, Development Studies, or a related field.
- Experience: 1-3 years of research experience, including survey design, KII/FGDs, or policy analysis.
- Skills: Strong written and spoken English and Urdu; report-writing skills essential. Proficiency in MS Excel; familiarity with SPSS/STATTA or qualitative analysis tools is a plus. Prior exposure to Pakistan’s cultural and creative industries or the UNESCO IFCD project is an advantage. Willingness and ability to travel across provinces for fieldwork and stakeholder events.
Compensation
The selected candidates will receive a monthly compensation of PKR 80,000/- (Tax Inclusive).
Application Procedure
Eligible candidates are requested to send their updated CVs by August 25, 2026. Please mention the position title in the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.