Research Enablement Lead

About Yaqeen Institute

Yaqeen is a nonprofit on a mission to pioneer Islamic research in creative, cutting-edge formats tailored to meet people where they are. We work to dismantle doubts through well-researched truths, nurture conviction by strengthening belief with practical, spiritual guidance, and inspire contribution by reviving our tradition of faithful changemakers, insha’Allah . We’re seeking like-minded professionals who embody Islamic values including sincerity, excellence, and compassion, and want to make a difference in the faith of people worldwide.

About the role

The Research Enablement Lead is part of the operational backbone of the Research Department, a pivotal role designed to empower our researchers to do their most impactful work. You will not be conducting primary research; instead, you will be the architect of the systems, processes, and tools that make our research possible. By optimizing our workflows and managing our knowledge infrastructure, you will ensure our research engine runs efficiently, rigorously, and effectively. In addition to supporting core research operations, the Research Enablement Lead will play a role in coordinating the administrative and executional aspects of our Research partnerships. This role is perfect for a highly organized, process-oriented individual who is passionate about creating order and enabling others to succeed in a mission-driven environment. This role also requires working cross-functionally with the Partnerships, Research, Marketing, and Development teams to ensure clear communication and consistent follow-through on shared objectives.

What you'll do

• Process & Workflow Optimization :

Document, oversee, and continuously suggest improvements for the end-to-end research lifecycle, from initial ideation and proposal to peer review, editing, and final publication.

Effectively communicate with the various stakeholders within the research pipeline, including organizational & departmental leadership, researchers, authors, peer reviewers, product managers, and cross-functional team members.

Own and administer the research team's technology stack, including project management software (e.g., Asana, OJS) and collaborative writing tools, including the Google Suite.

Collaborate with the Research Operations Manager in developing and maintaining a centralized knowledge hub and digital library for all research outputs, source materials, internal guides, and institutional knowledge, including our Intranet files.

Collaborate with the Editorial Leadership to uphold and standardize guidelines across all publications.

Develop a comprehensive onboarding process for new researchers to quickly integrate them into Yaqeen's workflows and systems.

Interfacing with academic and community partners

Qualifications

3+ years of experience in research operations, program management, academic project management, or a similar role.

Experience working within a think tank, non-profit, or academic institution.

Yaqeen Institute embraces a philosophy that values and promotes diversity. Our goal is to attract, develop, retain, and advance a talented and diverse workforce within a culture where all employees are empowered to reach their fullest potential.

Please note that all career opportunities at Yaqeen Institute are subject to a three-month probationary period, during which we assess performance, alignment with our values, and mutual fit to ensure long-term success in the role.

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