Senior Research Specialist (Social Impact)

inDrive

inDrive

Almaty, Kazakhstan
Posted on Oct 10, 2025

Responsibilities

  • Design & Commission Studies: Develop research briefs and methodologies for population-level and panel studies; lead collaborations with external agencies and academic partners who carry out the fieldwork.
  • Desk-Based Research: Conduct research on emerging societal trends, best practices, and relevant data sources across education, sports, arts, ecology, and technology.
  • Insight Reporting: Review, validate, and interpret data from external and internal sources; transform findings into clear, actionable insights for project teams and executives.
  • Knowledge Partnerships: Build and maintain relationships with universities, think tanks, and research organizations to co-develop high-quality studies and enhance credibility.

Qualifications

  • Degree in Sociology, Political Science, Economics, or a related social science field.
  • 3–5 years of applied research experience, ideally with population or longitudinal/panel studies.
  • Strong understanding of social science methodologies and ability to critically assess external research outputs.
  • Experience commissioning and managing external research projects (agencies, NGOs, or academic institutions).
  • Excellent analytical and storytelling skills – able to turn complex findings into clear narratives.
  • Proficiency with data analysis and presentation tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Google Slides; knowledge of SPSS/R a plus).

Conditions & Benefits

  • Health insurance with oncology coverage and life insurance included.
  • Hybrid work mode and flexible schedule.
  • Relocation package offered for candidates from other regions.
  • Access to professional counseling services including psychological, financial, and legal support.
  • Diverse internal training programs.
  • Partially or fully paid additional training courses.
  • All necessary work equipment.
  • Fitness club membership discount.