Research Associate

Job Title: Research Associate (Finance & Marketing)

Department: Research Cell

Location: Mumbai

Reporting to: HOD Research Cell

Position Overview:

The Research Associate will support the institutes research agenda by assisting faculty members in academic and applied research projects, contributing to research publications, organizing research-based events, and facilitating institutional research goals. The role is ideal for candidates planning to pursue doctoral studies or build a career in academia or consulting.

Key Responsibilities:

Research Assistance:

• Assist faculty in literature reviews, data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Support writing and formatting of research papers, case studies, working papers, and articles. • Help in preparing presentations, reports, and research proposals for funding agencies or conferences.

Data Analysis & Management:

• Collect primary and secondary data using surveys, interviews, databases, or online resources. • Use statistical software (SPSS, R, STATA, Excel, or Python) for data analysis and visualization. • Maintain research data logs and ensure data integrity and confidentiality.

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare periodic progress reports on research projects.
• Maintain documentation related to research grants, ethics approvals, and project deliverables.

Academic Contributions:

• Co-author or assist in publishing research papers in reputed journals and conferences.
• Contribute to development of case studies and teaching materials.
• Assist in editing and maintaining institutional research journals or newsletters.

Event Coordination

• Help organize research workshops, seminars, conferences, FDPs, and guest lectures.
• Coordinate with guest speakers, participants, and vendors for smooth execution.

Other Responsibilities:

• Keep up to date with recent trends, publications, and developments in business and management research.

• Support accreditation and ranking-related data collation and documentation.
• Perform other academic or administrative tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Management, Commerce, Economics, Finance, or allied disciplines from a recognized university/institution.
• Preference given to candidates with NET/SET qualifications or research exposure.
• Familiarity with academic research methodology and tools

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Oice (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and statistical/data tools.

• Detail-oriented, organized, and self-motivated.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and under deadlines.

• Passion for research and academic growth