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We are dedicated to advancing social science research. Our team seeks passionate individuals for research officer and research fellow positions to address critical social issues through innovative research methodologies.

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Our mission is to foster impactful research that informs policy and practice. We invite skilled researchers to contribute to our projects and help shape the future of social science understanding.

RESEARCH FELLOW ROLE

We are seeking qualified candidates for Research Fellow positions with a PhD to lead and contribute to cutting-edge research in the field of Political Science, Sociology, Public Policy, Economics, International Relations or Management. This role involves both independent research and collaborative project development, with a focus on real-world policy relevance. 

Please send your CV, a brief cover letter, and samples of past research work  to email: admin@aegisresearch.net  with the subject line "Application_Research Fellow"

Research Fellow Requirements

• Employment Type: Full-Time (Contract or Project-Based)

• Location: Penang / Hybrid / Remote

• PhD in Political Science, Sociology, Public Administration, Public Policy, International Relations, Economy, Development Studies, or a closely related fields.

• Minimum 2 years of postdoctoral or equivalent research experience.

• Preferred experience working in thinks tank, Research Institutes, universities, or civil society organisations

• Proven publication record or policy impact experience

• Leadership in managing research teams or projects

• Strong foundation in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies

• Demonstrated ability to lead research project, produce high-quality publications, and translate complex ideas into accessible insights

• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills

• Fluent in English and Bahasa Melayu, both written and spoken.

• Knowledge of Malaysia or Southeast Asian political and social context is highly preferred

• Tracks record of engagement with policy, advocacy, or community-based research is an added advantage

• We welcome applicants who have experience working with think tanks, academic institutions, NGOs, or multilateral agencies.

• Bring fresh, intersectional perspectives to socio-political and socio-economy challenges

• Are motivated by impact, ethics, and inclusive development values.

Key Responsibilities Research Fellow Role

• Design, lead, apply research grant, and implemented research projects aligned with Aegis Research's thematic areas.

• Conduct advanced data analysis (qualitative and quantitative, or mixed-methods)

• Publish research outputs in the form of policy briefs, reports, working papers, and journal articles.

• Supervise and mentor Research Officers, assistants, and interns.

• Engage in public discourse and present finding to government, civil society, and academic audiences

• Contribute to grant proposal, research partnership, and donor reporting.

• Provide intellectual leadership on themes such as political participation, governance, citizenship, social equity, and rights-based development.

RESEARCH OFFICER ROLE

We are hiring a Research Officer to support the design, implementation, and analysis of research project in the field of political sciences, sociology, public policy, and related disciplines. This role is ideal for candidates passionate about producing impactful research to inform policy, social justice, and public discourse.

Please send your CV, a brief cover letter, and samples of past research work (if any) to email: admin@aegisresearch.net  with the subject line "Application_Research Officer"

Requirements

• Employment Type: Full-Time (Contract or Project-Based)

• Location: Penang / Hybrid / Remote

• Master's degree or equivalent in Political Science, Sociology, Public Administration, Public Policy, Social Policy, Economics, International Relations, Management, or a related field.

• At least 2 years of experience in conducting research (academic, applied, or policy)

• Strong command of research methodologies, both qualitative (interviews, case studies, thematic analysis) and quantitative (surveys, statistics, SPSS, Stata) and etc.

• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to draw out policy and social implications from research data

• Proficiency in English and Bahasa Melayu both written and spoken

• Able to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks and less monitoring.

• Familiar with Malaysian-Southeast Asia socio-political and socio-economy issues and interest in civic engagement, governance, or inclusive development is a strong advantage.

• Ability to work independently and collaborative in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and planning of research projects, including literature review, research questions, and methodology.

• Conduct fieldwork such as interviews, focus group discussions, and surveys.

• Perform data analysis (qualitative and quantitative) and assist in drafting reports and publications.

• Contributing to the writing of research reports, policy briefs, and communication outputs in both English and Bahasa Melayu.

• Contribute to the writing of research reports, policy briefs, and communication outputs in both English and Bahasa Melayu

• Support grant writing, proposal development, and reporting to funders and partners.

• Collaborates with senior researchers, research assistants, and external stakeholders.

• Ensure ethical standards and data quality throughout all research processes.

• Produce high-quality research report, policy briefs, academic papers, and public communication material in English and Bahasa Melayu.

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