Policy Lab Research Assistant: Social Policy & Fieldwork

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore is seeking a Research Assistant for the Policy Lab at the Institute of Policy Studies. This role involves contributing to research on community empowerment and lower-income families in Singapore.

Key responsibilities include administering research projects, conducting fieldwork, and collaborating on academic publications. Ideal candidates hold a relevant Bachelor’s degree and possess strong qualitative research skills alongside a keen interest in social policy issues.

Qualifications

• At least a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant social science discipline from a reputable university.
• Keen interest in working with vulnerable populations and social inequality.
• Familiarity with qualitative research methods and data analytical tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the administration of ongoing research projects.
• Conduct surveys and qualitative research fieldwork.
• Support the publication of research results and findings.

Skills

Qualitative research methods

Data analysis software (Nvivo, Qualtrics)

Communication skills

Project management

Interest in social policy

Education

Bachelor's degree in social science

Job description

The National University of Singapore is seeking a Research Assistant for the Policy Lab at the Institute of Policy Studies. This role involves contributing to research on community empowerment and lower-income families in Singapore.

Key responsibilities include administering research projects, conducting fieldwork, and collaborating on academic publications. Ideal candidates hold a relevant Bachelor’s degree and possess strong qualitative research skills alongside a keen interest in social policy issues.