This is a Research Lead position with aLDP.

About Company

aLDP (adolescent leadership development program) is rooted in the spirit of social mission and impact. I am inviting researchers, PhD students, and postdocs to contribute their expertise and passion to a vibrant team dedicated to empowering young leaders (highschool students!); highly selective group high-performing adolescents.

You'll have the unique opportunity of working alongside researchers and postdocs at Harvard University, MIT and Babson college in supporting students through the intricacies of proposal writing, research methodologies, and effective communication.

We're looking for someone to help us in upholding the high standards of our student-led projects, which are designed not only to address pressing social issues but also to IMPACTFUL to the community.

All student projects reflect real, validated and pressing needs in their communities.

Join us in our mission to blend academic rigor with social entrepreneurship, creating a platform where your research skills and dedication to social values can truly make a difference in shaping the leaders of tomorrow.

Skills

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Multidisciplinary Research Background: Experience in social science (cultural studies, public health) research
• Strong Writing Skills: The ability to write, edit, and refine proposals, research papers, and survey questionnaires is crucial. This includes adhering to publication standards and crafting engaging and persuasive texts.
• Project Management Skills: Organizing and driving projects to completion, managing timelines, and coordinating with different parties (e.g., conference participants, research collaborators, survey respondents).
• Persistence: We need persistence in communication (email threads) in case the respondents fell off track
• Communication Skills: Comfort in reaching out to & following up with multiple parties in Kuwait & the region. This requires proficient email and interpersonal communication skills.
• Problem-Solving: The ability to tackle unforeseen challenges, adapt to new information, and devise solutions on the go.
• Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in both Arabic & English