About

MSS student in Political Studies (expected 2027), with research expertise in academic writing, literature reviews, and quantitative data analysis using Stata. Author of four conference papers presented on soft power diplomacy, political economy, gender politics, and democracy at various international conferences, with three additional co-authored manuscripts currently under journal review. Brings three years of research assistantship experience at the Shahjalal University Research Center, combining rigorous academic research with practical experience in data analysis and scholarly publication. Alongside academic research, actively engaged in community development and social action projects, with over two years of experience as a Youth Engagement and Support (YES) member at Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB), contributing to efforts promoting good governance, transparency, and anti-corruption initiatives. Recipient of two international fellowships over the past two years, reflecting sustained engagement in youth leadership, civic participation, and social impact. Seeking advanced PhD/MS opportunities to strengthen research expertise and contribute to scholarship on politics, public policy, and policy diffusion.

Research Interest

Policy Diffusion
Public Policy
Bilateral Relation
Political Economy

Goal

To develop rigorous, data-driven research that examines political institutions, public policy, and policy diffusion to better understand political and governance challenges.
To translate academic research into evidence-based policy insights that support effective governance, democratic development, and sustainable social change.

Education

August 2026- December 2027

MSS in Political Studies (Mixed Mode)
Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Sylhet, Bangladesh
Thesis: Party Policy Diffusion and Political Learning: How Foreign Party Precedents Shape Policy Agendas in Bangladesh

March 2022- July 2026

BSS in Political Studies
Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Sylhet, Bangladesh

Work Experience

January 2024- Present

Research Assistant
Department of Political Studies, Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Sylhet, Bangladesh

Contributed to literature reviews, research design, primary data collection, Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), Key Informant Interviews (KIIs), data management, and qualitative and quantitative data analysis.
Assisted in research report writing, academic manuscript preparation, and dissemination of research findings.
Two co-authored research manuscripts are currently under peer review for publication in academic journals.

August 2025- September 2025

Field Research Assistant
Center for Environmental and Geographic Information Services (CEGIS)

Field Research & Qualitative Data Collection: Contributed to the study “Research on Climate Migration & Displacement, Loss and Damage and Pilot Methodology for Estimating Climate Migration” , conducting Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) with local government representatives.
Data Management & Reporting: Supported field data collection, data cleaning, management, and reporting using KoBoToolbox, contributing to the systematic organization and analysis of research data.

July 2024- July 2026

YES member
Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB)

Actively contributing to awareness-raising initiatives, citizen engagement, and anti-corruption demand creation within public service delivery institutions in Sylhet.
Regularly participated in YES monthly meetings and Satellite Advice & Information Desk (AID) campaigns, while contributing to data analysis, report dissemination, and policy advocacy concerning the Vulnerable Women Benefits (VWB) programme.
Capacity Building & Anti-Corruption Engagement: Successfully completed various TIB training programmes designed to strengthen YES members’ research, advocacy, communication, and civic engagement capacities, supporting broader efforts to promote transparency, accountability, and citizens’ rights.