Education Research Scientist — Learning Science & Data

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Institute of Education (NIE) invites applications for an Education Research Scientist to join SoLEC.

The role focuses on designing and leading interdisciplinary learning analytics research, integrating neuroscience, cognitive science, psychology, and education to drive evidence-informed practice.

Qualifications

• PhD in cognitive science, psychology, statistics or data analytics.
• Up to 2 years of post-PhD experience.
• Ability to lead and collaborate within research teams.
• Publishing in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals.
• Securing competitive, peer-reviewed research funding.
• Applying data analytics to learning and education data.
• Excellent spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement SoLEC’s research programmes in collaboration with colleagues.
• Lead the development of research projects and secure external funding opportunities.
• Publish internationally in peer-reviewed journals and disseminate impactful findings.
• Translate research into practice and policy impact within education systems.
• Manage administrative and programme‑related tasks to ensure smooth operations.
• Contribute to strategic research initiatives of SoLEC, OfR and NIE.
• Participate actively in the wider research and service community of NIE.

Skills

Leadership

Research skills

Data analytics

Communication

English proficiency

Education

PhD in Cognitive Science/ Psychology/ Statistics/ Data Analytics

Job description

Overview

The National Institute of Education (NIE) is among the world’s top education institutes, recognised for its excellence in teacher education and educational research. NIE has played a key and pivotal role in shaping and developing Singapore’s teaching profession and landscape through evidence-informed, practice-focused and values-based programmes and initiatives.

Overview

The National Institute of Education (NIE) is among the world’s top education institutes, recognised for its excellence in teacher education and educational research. NIE has played a key and pivotal role in shaping and developing Singapore’s teaching profession and landscape through evidence-informed, practice-focused and values-based programmes and initiatives.

An autonomous institute situated within the research-intensive Nanyang Technological University, NIE is consistently ranked within the top 10 in the world for research impact in the field of Education.

The Science of Learning in Education Centre (SoLEC) is a dynamic young research center with the ambition to become an international leader in Science of Learning in Education. Hosted at the National Institute of Education (NIE), SoLEC advances cutting- edge research by integrating insights from neuroscience, cognitive science, psychology, physiology, education, technology and AI in Education.

We welcome exceptional candidates who thrive at the intersection of learning and data sciences. The ideal candidate brings a proven track record of impactful, interdisciplinary research. We especially encourage applications from scholars and researchers with expertise at the intersection of cognitive science, psychology, statistics and data analytics.

Candidates with appropriate qualifications and relevant research experience are encouraged to apply. We invite applications for the position of Education Research Scientist to join SoLEC.

Requirements

• PhD in a relevant discipline (e.g. Cognitive Science, Psychology, Statistics, Data Analytics or a closely related field)
• Up to 2 years of post-PhD experience
• Ability to lead and collaborate within research teams
• Strong track record in the following are as:
• Publishing in high quality, peer-reviewed journals
• Securing competitive, peer-reviewed research funding
• Conducting independent, innovative research
• Applying appropriate data analytics and research methods to learning and educational data
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (spoken and written English)
  
  

Responsibilities

• Design and implement SoLEC’s research programmes in collaboration with colleagues
• Lead the development of research projects and secure external funding opportu-nities
• Publish internationally in peer-reviewed journals and disseminate impactful findings
• Translate research into practice and policy impact within education systems
• Manage administrative and programme‑related tasks to ensure smooth operations
• Contribute to strategic research initiatives of SoLEC, OfR and NIE
• Participate actively in the wider research and service community of NIE
  
  

Application

Interested Applicants Should Complete And Submit The Following Documents

• Cover letter addressing how you meet each of the requirements of this position
• Curriculum vitae (including qualification, publications, records of competitive grants and graduate supervision, if applicable);
• Research statement indicating your research areas and accomplishments, highlight best research papers with Tier 1 publications, and research plans
• Any other documents that demonstrate your qualifications
  
  

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is 30 October 2026.

Other Information

Queries regarding the position should be directed to [e-mail]

Note To Applicants

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified via email.

Hiring Institution: NIE