Position Purpose 
The Centre for Business and Society (CBS) at LUMS is looking for a Research Associate who will be responsible for handling grant applications administered through CBS and supporting/leading coordination on the center’s activities. This is a full-time contractual position.
 

Main Responsibilities
 

• Literature review of articles and books.
• Ability to conduct effective writing.
• Research and seek out funding opportunities including grants, consultancies, and sponsorships.
• Regularly keep track of national and international calls for proposals aligned with the centre’s strategic vision.
• Develop the concept, proposal, budget, and other components of the grant application in collaboration with faculty PIs/consultants.
• Handle the complete grant cycle from application stage to the award stage.
• Coordinate with the LUMS Office of Research (OR) to gather documentation and fulfill the necessary requirements of the donor/funding body.
• Network with internal and external stakeholders to explore grant partnership/consortium opportunities.
• Explore and work on ideas for social impact projects and programs with a diverse set of internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the development of content for social media posts, reports, and center publications.

• Other tasks as assigned by the manager.

  Qualification:   

  Bachelors/master’s degree from a reputable university.

  Experience:

  One-to-two-year work experience. Experience of working on research projects is desirable. 

  Knowledge:

  Knowledge of the research process – both conducting research, dealing with stakeholders and knowledge aggregation and dissemination through various social media and research outlets. Ability to utilize Microsoft Office and willingness to learn other software as required.

  Skills and Attributes:

• Writing and communication.
• Research and analysis.
• Project management and coordination. 
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Stakeholder engagement. 
• Multi-tasking.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  Travel:

  Travel will be required within Lahore and to Islamabad and other cities to meet stakeholders, collect evidence and attend meetings and training sessions. 

  Work Schedule:

  The official working hours at LUMS are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm on weekdays. However, working hours may occasionally extend into the evenings and weekends depending on requirements.