Background

The Research Center for Islamic Legislation and Ethics (CILE) is an academic center based in the College of Islamic Studies, Hamad Bin Khalifa University in Qatar, with an international orientation and an ambitious research agenda. CILE aims to achieve its vision and mission through producing original, high-quality, impactful, and interdisciplinary research in the emerging field of Islamic Ethics. This includes research in areas such as biomedical ethics, artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies, migration and human rights, and politics. CILE has established the Scopus-indexed Journal of Islamic Ethics and the peer-reviewed book series “Studies in Islamic Ethics”, both published by Brill.

New Research Assistants

CILE is recruiting new Research Assistants to support its faculty in ongoing and future research projects and related initiatives.

Qualifications & Required Skills

The ideal candidate for the “Research Assistant” position is a graduate student or junior researcher with the following qualifications:

• B.A. or M.A. degree.
• A background in, or strong interest in, the broad field of Islamic Ethics or related fields.
• Proficiency in both English and Arabic.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Ability to draft and edit various reports and communications.
• Clear and concise articulation of ideas.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Strong oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• An M.A. degree in Applied Islamic Ethics or related areas (e.g., Islamic Studies) is an advantage.
• Experience in research and publication management is advantageous.

Tasks 

The Research Assistants will assist CILE faculty with research projects and related activities. Main tasks will include:

• Preparing research proposals and associated budgets for national and international funding agencies.
• Supporting the planning, execution, and submission of research projects.
• Collecting sources, digitizing material, and analyzing data for research projects.
• Managing day-to-day research activities and facilitating communication among CILE faculty, including collaboration with external researchers and institutions.
• Preparing reports, presentations, and databases related to research activities, including seminars and international conferences.
• Assisting in the professional editing and proofreading of research reports, papers, and articles for academic journals and conference proceedings.
• Maintaining and developing networks and relationships within the research community and academic publishers, especially those with expertise in ethics.
   

Workload and Stipend

• This is a nearly one-year full-time position, with a renewable contract expected to start toward the end of this year.
• Please note that this job does not grant sponsorship or additional benefits.
• Applicants must be living in Qatar and possess a sponsored Qatari ID.

How to submit

Please send an updated CV and Cover Letter to: job@cilecenter.org

Deadline

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Only candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.

About the Research Center for Islamic Legislation and Ethics (CILE):

The Research Center for Islamic Legislation & Ethics (CILE) stands as a pioneering and distinctive institution globally, specializing in the broad field of Islamic Ethics,   encompassing both its theoretical underpinnings and its practical applications. Renowned for its academic leadership and extensive network of international collaborators, CILE has spearheaded numerous initiatives in research and related endeavors within the field. Collaborating with esteemed institutions worldwide, CILE has convened large-scale international conferences and research seminars. In partnership with Brill, a distinguished publisher in Islamic Studies, CILE established the Scopus-Indexed Journal of Islamic Ethics and the peer-reviewed book series “Studies in Islamic Ethics”. On the educational front, the CIS launched the groundbreaking M.A. program in Applied Islamic Ethics in 2019—the first of its kind. For more information, please contact info@cilecenter.org