Research Associate (Entry-Level) – Economic & Policy Research

Centre for Social and Economic Research (CSER) is hiring a Research Associate for its Dhaka office. This full-time, entry-level role is ideal for professionals with a background in economics, development studies, statistics, public policy, or social sciences who have at least 3 years of hands-on research experience. The Research Associate will support economic and social research projects, conduct quantitative and qualitative data analysis, prepare policy briefs and reports, and contribute to knowledge generation initiatives. The position offers a negotiable salary, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to work in a leading policy research environment in Dhaka.

Key responsibilities include assisting with study design, fieldwork coordination, literature reviews, and statistical analysis using tools such as SPSS, STATA, R, or Python. Candidates should have strong report writing skills in both English and Bangla, excellent analytical abilities, and a commitment to research integrity. CSER values candidates who can work both independently and collaboratively. Applications must be submitted by July 19, 2026, with a CV and cover letter clearly mentioning “Research Associate” in the subject line. This is a promising career opportunity for research professionals looking to contribute to meaningful policy and development work in Bangladesh.