Gerontology Research Lead for Social Impact

Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS); Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) is seeking a capable Research Officer to support a key ageing/gerontology project. You will lead research design, ethics submissions, data collection, and fieldwork logistics, collaborating with scholars, industry partners, and community organisations.

You will conduct qualitative and/or quantitative data collection and analysis, synthesise findings into reports, toolkits and presentations, and monitor progress against timelines and budgets

Qualifications

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in gerontology, public health, social sciences, psychology, or related fields.
• 3–5 years of research project management or support experience in healthcare, ageing, or community development.
• Strong knowledge of qualitative and/or quantitative methods and tools (NVivo, SPSS, Excel, R).
• Experience conducting ethnographic studies.
• Excellent communication and ability to work independently under deadlines.
• Familiarity with IRB procedures and applied research ethics preferred.
• Passion for ageing, innovation, and social impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support research design, ethics submissions, data collection tools, and fieldwork logistics.
• Conduct qualitative and/or quantitative data collection and analysis (e.g. interviews, surveys, focus groups).
• Synthesise findings into academic reports, publications, toolkits, and stakeholder presentations.
• Monitor project deliverables, track progress against timelines and budget, and ensure research quality.
• Collaborate with academic team members, industry partners, and community organisations.
• Organise and support workshops, training sessions, and public engagement activities.
• Provide guidance to junior staff or interns involved in the project.
• Maintain thorough research documentation and ensure compliance with data protection and ethics standards.
• Perform other duties relevant to the project as assigned.

Skills

Research design

Qualitative/Quantitative methods

Data analysis tools

Stakeholder engagement

Mentoring/leadership

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent in gerontology, public health, social sciences, psychology, or related fields

Tools

NVivo

SPSS

Excel

R

Job description

The Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) is seeking a capable Research Officer to support a key ageing/gerontology project. You will lead research design, ethics submissions, data collection, and fieldwork logistics, collaborating with scholars, industry partners, and community organisations.

You will conduct qualitative and/or quantitative data collection and analysis, synthesise findings into reports, toolkits and presentations, and monitor progress against timelines and budgets