Research Associate/Fellow (NUS Cambodia Program)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health at the National University of Singapore is seeking a full-time Research Associate/Fellow to support the NUS Cambodia Program. The role involves leading research projects in global health, engaging with stakeholders, and contributing to policy-relevant research. Candidates will have the opportunity to work with an interdisciplinary team and gain exposure to impactful health initiatives.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of research experience in global health or public health.
• Experience leading qualitative and/or quantitative research projects.
• Strong analytical and writing skills with publications.

Responsibilities

• Lead research implementations and data analysis.
• Facilitate engagements with stakeholders and grant applications.
• Contribute to academic publications and knowledge-sharing activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Qualitative research

Quantitative research

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Public Health or related field

Job description

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The National University of Singapore is the national research university of Singapore. Founded in 1905 as the Straits Settlements and the Federated Malay States Government Medical School, NUS is the oldest higher education institution in Singapore

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Job Description

The Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore (NUS), invites applications for a full-time Research Associate/Fellow position to join the NUS Cambodia Program to support research projects and capacity-building efforts in global health.

The NUS Cambodia Programme started in 2014 and has been working closely with stakeholders across the research and policy ecosystem in Cambodia and in the region to conduct research that informs policy, build capacity through training and education, and foster regional dialogue on public health.

The Programme's current research projects include maternal and child health, infection prevention and control, antimicrobial resistance and stewardship, infectious diseases (such as HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis), sexual and reproductive health and rights, non-communicable diseases, mental health, and health financing.

Candidates will have the opportunity to engage with local and regional stakeholders to lead and apply research to drive meaningful impact. They will also gain valuable exposure to global health and work with an interdisciplinary team to contribute to improving the health and well-being of populations in the region.

Key Responsibilities
Research & Analysis
• Work closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) to lead research implementations, including study design, ethics approval, project implementation, data collection, and monitoring.
• Conduct independent qualitative/quantitative data analysis using robust research methods.
• Support and advise junior team members in study design, data collection and analysis, and grant applications.

Projects and Grant Applications
• Work with team members to harness expertise across the team and more broadly with colleagues in NUS to conduct, facilitate, and support collaborative research projects.
• Lead and facilitate engagements with partners and stakeholders, including policymakers, funders, and community organisations, to ensure research relevance and impact.
• Work closely with the PI and partners on grant applications, including writing technical proposals, engaging with collaborators and partners, preparing budgetary proposals, and liaising with funders.

Knowledge Management & Dissemination
• Lead, plan, and contribute to the writing of academic publications.
• Synthesise findings into reports, policy briefs, and presentation slides for broader communications, and contribute to or facilitate the translation of research findings to inform policies and practices.
• Organise knowledge-sharing activities, including webinars, dissemination workshops, and conference panel presentations with local and regional stakeholders.

Additional Information
• This is a full-time position based at NUS.
• Recruitment is open immediately, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• For further inquiries, please contact Associate Professor Siyan Yi at [e-mail].

The grade of appointment will be accorded based on qualifications and work experience.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Qualifications

Requirements
• Master's degree or PhD in Public Health, Health Policy, Health Systems, Health Promotion, Social Sciences, Social Work, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of research experience, preferably in global health, public health, community interventions, or nonprofit management.
• Expertise in qualitative and/or quantitative research, with demonstrable hands-on experience leading or independently conducting research projects. For qualitative research, hands-on experience includes leading or independently conducting qualitative interviews or participatory research and analysing qualitative data. For quantitative research, hands-on experience includes leading or independently conducting study design, data collection, statistical plan development, programme evaluation, and data analysis.
• Strong analytical and writing skills, with demonstrable record including academic and/or non-academic publications.
• Ability to support the PI in leading an interdisciplinary team and effectively engage with stakeholders, funders, policymakers, and community partners in a respectful and inclusive manner.
• Have experience leading or participating in health projects in a low- and middle-income country setting or at the regional level involving several countries is an advantage.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health

Department : Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID : 29001