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CAREERS IN RESEARCH

For many students, research is an intimidating and overwhelming process. But another way to look at the prospect of conducting research is that it is your turn to delve into a new and interesting subject and present your own ideas about what it means. There is creativity in the research process, because you can often choose your own topic and sources, and use your ability to synthesize and analyze information to create something entirely new, whether it is a paper, lab report, or presentation. The advent of the Internet simplified research in many ways, making it more convenient and comprehensive.

Academic research can be intense, stimulating and rewarding. But it is important to know that a research career involves many activities besides research. Scientists spend their time writing applications for funding to do research, as well as writing scientific papers to report the findings of their research. In addition, they spend time presenting their research in oral or poster form to other scientists at group meetings, institutional meetings and conferences; they also spend time teaching students about their field of study.

Research roles are found in academia, advocacy and policy development, in international or environmental organisations, as well as financial services, market and social research. As you progress in your career it’s common either to develop expertise in a type of research method or to become a specialist in a particular field.

Some Employment Options in Research are

Sectors Employing Researchers

Universities – Lecturer/Academics

Market Research

Management/Business Consulting

Financial Institutions (Quantitative Analyst)

Think Tanks Organisations

The Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses (IDSA) | Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations (ICRIER) | Observer Research Foundation (ORF) | Centre for Policy Research (CPR) | Gateway House: Indian Council on Global Relations | Research and Information System for Developing Countries (RIS) | The United Service Institution of India (USII) | National Maritime Foundation (NMF)