Research Analyst, Applied Measurement & Psychological Sciences

Ministry of Education; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education seeks a Research Analyst/Senior Research Analyst to join a dynamic team focused on leveraging data-driven insights to enhance educational practices and policies. This role involves designing surveys, ensuring data integrity, and utilizing advanced analytical techniques to derive actionable insights. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will contribute to data visualization solutions that effectively communicate findings to stakeholders. If you are passionate about using data to inform policy and decision-making in education, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Training in data science, mathematics, information technology, or psychometrics.
• Experience in designing instruments and visualizing data for insights.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop surveys and psychometric instruments.
• Utilize advanced data analysis techniques to extract and analyze data.
• Develop and maintain data visualization solutions for stakeholders.

Skills

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Python

R

Mplus

Education

Degree in Data Science

Degree in Mathematics

Degree in Information Technology

Degree in Psychometrics

Tools

Statistical Software

Data Visualization Tools

Job description

What the role is:

As a Research Analyst/ Senior Research Analyst in the Research and Management Information Division, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to harnessing data-driven insights to advance educational practice and policy formulation in MOE. In particular, you will be part of a multi-disciplinary team comprising data analysts, psychologists, and psychometricians, who work closely on instrument/ survey design, data collection, analysis, and the generation and communication of data insights.

What you will be working on:

• Design and develop surveys and psychometric instruments to assess attitudes, perceptions and non-academic competencies and skills• Assist in data collection, ensuring data integrity, accuracy, and compliance with best standards and regulatory requirements• Utilise advanced data analysis techniques and tools to extract, clean, analyse data, and identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights• Develop and maintain data visualisation solutions, including dashboards, reports, and interactive visualisations, to effectively communicate insights to stakeholders• Work closely with cross-functional teams to interpret data findings and provide actionable recommendations to inform policy and decision-making

What we are looking for:

• Training in data science, mathematics, information technology, psychometrics or a related field• A team player with strong analytical and communication skills• Ability to manage concurrent workstreams with simultaneous deadlines• Familiarity with statistical software/ programming languages such as Python, R, Mplus, would be an advantage• Experience in the end-to-end process of designing instruments, collecting, analysing and visualising data to derive actionable insights would be an advantageIn general, applicants can expect to hear from us within 3 weeks of the close of the application window. In the event where we receive a high number of applications, applicants will receive an update on their status within 5 weeks of the close of the window.As part of the processing of your application, you may be required to undergo a medical examination that will be fully paid by MOE. You will be provided with instructions regarding the medical examination.Note: The medical examination is part of the selection process and does not indicate that you have been offered the appointment.If you are facing issues submitting your application through the Careers@Gov portal, please contact us at [e-mail] for assistance.

About Ministry of Education

The wealth of a nation lies in its people - their commitment to country and community, their willingness to strive and persevere, their ability to think, achieve and excel. Our future depends on our continually renewing and regenerating our leadership and citizenry, building upon the experience of the past, learning from the circumstances of the present, and preparing for the challenges of the future. How we bring up our young at home and teach them in school will shape Singapore in the next generation.The mission of the Education Service is to mould the future of the nation, by moulding the people who will determine the future of the nation. The Service will provide our children with a balanced and well-rounded education, develop them to their full potential, and nurture them into good citizens, conscious of their responsibilities to family, society and country.