Behavioral Scientist

Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research is a nonprofit organization dedicated to producing rigorous Islamic research through innovative, modern formats. The Institute's mission is to address doubts and misconceptions about Islam through evidence-based scholarship, strengthen religious conviction, and inspire global community engagement.

Role Overview

This is a part-time (up to 20 hours per week) remote position within the Research team, offering the opportunity to design and conduct empirical research focused on Muslim populations worldwide. You will contribute to peer-reviewed academic publications and the Institute's broader mission of building an evidence-based public narrative about Muslims.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute experimental studies and surveys using quantitative and qualitative research methods
• Lead complex data-collection initiatives through interviews, focus groups, and other primary research methods
• Analyze large datasets using advanced statistical techniques and create clear data visualizations
• Conduct rigorous evaluations of programs and products to measure organizational impact
• Author academic papers, journal articles, white papers, and books
• Collaborate across teams to align research outputs with publication timelines and academic standards

Qualifications

• PhD or Master's degree in Sociology, Economics, Epidemiology, Psychology, Criminology, Islamic Studies, or Education
• Proficiency with statistical software (Stata, SPSS, MPlus, R, or Python)
• Experience designing surveys with Qualtrics and accessing academic research databases
• Working understanding of foundational Islamic concepts and values
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research meeting peer-review standards
• Ability to distinguish primary research from product optimization work

Success Metrics & Other Details

Success is measured by publication of peer-reviewed papers, academic citations, and contributions to evidence-based conversations about Muslim populations. All new hires complete a three-month probationary period.