Nutrition & Metabolism Research Scientist - Interventions

TPO Temasek Polytechnic; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Singapore Public Service is seeking a proactive Scientist (Nutrition and Metabolism) to support a dietary intervention study. You will coordinate day-to-day operations, assist in meal preparation, manage participant recruitment, and monitor study progress to ensure ethical and safe conduct of the research.

The role involves nutrient analysis of meals and data interpretation, with opportunities to contribute to scientific reports and publications.

Qualifications

• Qualification in nutrition, food science, biomedical science, sports science, or related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in research coordination of human studies.
• Familiarity with research logistics, participant coordination, and data collection tools.
• Comfortable with field-based work and hands-on measurements, able to work flexible hours.
• Organised, detail-oriented, and able to work both independently and within a team.
• Able plan and prepare multi-ethnic meals for nutrition intervention.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support the day-to-day operations of a research project on dietary intervention
• Plan and assist in the preparation and delivery of meals based on the study protocol
• Manage logistics including participant recruitment, scheduling of visits and meal delivery
• Perform study monitoring, study progress and ensure all research activities comply with ethical and safety guidelines
• Manage adverse event documentation
• Liaise with both internal teams and external vendors to ensure smooth study execution
• Conduct nutrient analysis of the meals and participants nutrient intake data
• Analysis and interpretation of data and preparation of the study report

Skills

3+ years research coordination

Education

Nutrition / Food science / Biomedical science / Sports science degree

Job description

Singapore Public Service is seeking a proactive Scientist (Nutrition and Metabolism) to support a dietary intervention study. You will coordinate day-to-day operations, assist in meal preparation, manage participant recruitment, and monitor study progress to ensure ethical and safe conduct of the research.

The role involves nutrient analysis of meals and data interpretation, with opportunities to contribute to scientific reports and publications.