Research Associate (Finance & Marketing)

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. Assist in citation management and referencing using tools like Zotero, Mendeley, or EndNote. 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 OAice (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.