Research:

• Design, develop, and implement large scale research studies to test the efficacy of MGIEP’s SEL Assessment  Framework
• Adapt the framework to align with the needs of SEL assessments for different member states.
• Supervise and advise the design, develop and implement pilot research studies to test the efficacy of digital pedagogy-based courses (including digital games) that embed the Cognitive Academic Social Emotional (CASE) approach.
• Use a range of quantitative and qualitative research methods, ensuring the credibility of information and evidence to build empirical evidence for the CASE approach and translate research findings into peer reviewed research publications that will undergo rigorous peer review in top quality international journals.

Co-ordination and Management:

• Supervise and monitor research staff directly implementing research projects and promptly inform management of any significant risks and propose risk mitigation measures.
• Regularly organize meetings of the research group within the Institute on course implementation units.

• Ability to think out of the box and make new and useful ideas work.
• Ability to persuade others to follow and ensure teams are resourced for success and empowered to deliver.
• Ability to listen, adapt, persuade, and transform and create confidence among stakeholders by delivering authoritative positions, compelling analysis, and contextual acumen.
• Ability to get things done while exercising good judgment and accepts accountability for the outcomes of programme delivery and facilitates improvement and innovation in the delivery of products and services.
• Ability to lead integral work of teams utilizing expertise, vision, problem-solving capability, and collaborative energy in the field of education.
• Ability to undertake literature reviews and write high quality journal papers.
• Advanced and persuasive written and communication skills.
• Comprehensive research, interpretation, and critical analysis skills.
• Knowledge of research methods and experience of supporting learner communities to achieve greater inclusiveness, equity, and quality.

Desirable qualifications

Education:

• Ph.D. desirable in neuroscience, science of learning, education cognitive science or other education related sciences.

Work Experience:

• An H-Index of 3 and above.
• International experience in research.

Languages:

• Working knowledge of another UNESCO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish).