Research Assistant

Job Description

The Research Assistant will support the implementation of the funded UAEU start-up research project Cultural Intelligence: How AI Is Shaping the Future of Media and Cultural Production in the UAE. The role includes assisting with literature reviews; the collection and organization of policy, institutional, and media-related documents; interview preparation and scheduling; transcription and translation support; document and content analysis; qualitative coding; case study documentation; data organization; and general research coordination. The Research Assistant will also assist in preparing academic outputs, conference materials, and policy-oriented dissemination under the supervision of the Principal Investigator. The position supports a qualitative, bilingual research project focused on AI, media, and cultural production in the UAE.

Minimum Qualification

Master’s degree in Media Studies, Communication, Digital Humanities, Cultural Studies, Sociology, or a related field.

Preferred Qualification

Experience in qualitative research, literature review, transcription, academic writing, and bilingual research work in English and Arabic is preferred.

Expected Skills

• Strong research and organizational skills. - Ability to conduct literature searches and manage references. - Experience with transcription, qualitative research, and content analysis. - Strong written and spoken English and Arabic. - Familiarity with NVivo, Zotero, Excel, and digital research tools is an advantage. - Knowledge of the UAE cultural, media, and policy landscape is preferred. - Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.
  
  

Special Instructions to Applicant

Interest in AI, media, culture, and digital transformation research is required. Experience in qualitative research is desirable.

Close Date Kindly apply before the closing date.

25/06/2026

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