Tech Researcher

The Knowledge Workshop (KW) is hiring a tech researcher to conduct research on how technology and gaming can be utilized for education in the field of history.  

KW is a feminist organization based in Beirut that works on storytelling and oral history, researching women’s stories and histories, as well as developing and making accessible feminist resources. KW has organized creative workshops, trainings and discussions around topics as varied as history and oral history, archiving and the body-as-archive, feminist tech, and the intersection of gender and environmental justice in Lebanon.

One of KW’s focuses throughout the years has been discovering ways with which communities could engage with history in different ways. KW experimented with methodologies to intrigue curiosity, create spaces of learning and develop material on the topic of history that can be relevant, interesting and creative for different audiences. This year KW will research how technology and gaming intersects with histories and stories.

The researcher for this project is expected to map initiative, be able to connect and conduct interviews with different groups.

This position is a temporary contractor/freelance position.

Expected timeframe: March-June 2026

Qualifications:

We are especially interested in someone who:

• Has no less than three years of research in the field of technology
• Has strong interest in history, education, games, digital storytelling, or interactive media
• Is curious, reflective, and comfortable asking critical questions
• Can work independently and pro-actively but also enjoys collaborative thinking
• Is able to communicate ideas clearly (written and verbal)
• Is fluent in English

* Technical game-development skills are NOT required.

Expected Deliverables:

• Conducting desk research and reviewing articles, interviews and documentations
• Participating in collaborative brainstorming sessions
• Conducting interviews and holding conversations
• Summarizing findings in clear, accessible formats

Application Process:

To apply, send us an email to info@alwarsha.org with the following:

• A detailed CV that includes your previous research experiences
• A cover letter, no more than 2 pages, highlighting your relevant experiences
• Two references who can speak to your previous experiences with their titles and contact details

Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered.

Deadline for applications is February 18, 2026. Please use “Tech Researcher-Knowledge Workshop” as the subject of your email. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for the interview.