​Research Intern

The Center for Conflict and Humanitarian Studies (CHS), part of the Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies, is seeking a full-time, paid Research Intern to support the STaR Syria research project.

The project examines the conditions under which returns to Syria can be stable and sustainable, contributing to both academic and policy debates on displacement, post-conflict recovery, and peacebuilding in the Syrian context.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct desk-based research, including literature reviews, media monitoring, and data gathering relevant to the project's thematic focus

  • Support the preparation of research outputs, including working papers, policy briefs, and academic publications

  • Assist with the organisation of project workshops and events

  • Translate and summarise Arabic-language source materials

  • Provide general research and administrative support to the project team

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (political science, international relations, conflict studies, Middle East studies, or a related field). A master's degree is an advantage.

  • Fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken) is essential

  • Strong research and analytical skills

  • Good organisational skills and ability to work independently

  • Interest in Syria, displacement, and post-conflict recovery

Terms

  • Duration: 10 months, with the possibility of renewal subject to performance

  • Location: (on site) Doha, Qatar

  • Start date: Immediately

To Apply

Please send a CV and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience to recruitment@chs-doha.org.​

Important Note

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Only accepted resumes will be contacted for interview.​