Research Assistant (1-year contract), SOSS

Singapore Management University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Singapore Management University in Singapore seeks a researcher for the School of Social Sciences to conduct literature reviews and assist with qualitative data collection. You will organize data gathering, code data, and perform thematic analysis for project deliverables.

The role involves contributing to reports and manuscripts, with travel within Southeast Asia as needed. Strong writing, communication, and NVivo skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in sociology, global studies, or related discipline.
• Experience in conducting in-depth interviews.
• Ability to identify and review academic writing and scholarship.
• Knowledge of qualitative data analysis software such as NVivo.
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Knowledge of and experience working in Southeast Asia.
• Willingness to travel within Southeast Asia.

Responsibilities

• This position is for School of Social Sciences (SOSS).
• Conducting reviews of academic and grey literature (media reports, white papers, policy documents).
• Assist with qualitative data collection, including interviews and observations.
• Organize and manage data gathering for the project.
• Support qualitative data coding and thematic analysis using established research frameworks.
• Contribute to research reports, presentations, manuscripts, and other project deliverables.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

In-depth interviews

Writing skills

Communication skills

NVivo

Attention to detail

Southeast Asia experience

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in sociology, global studies, or related disciplines

Job description

Responsibilities

• This position is for School of Social Sciences (SOSS).


• Conducting reviews of academic and grey literature (media reports, white papers, policy documents).


• Assist with qualitative data collection, including interviews and observations.


• Organize and manage data gathering for the project.


• Support qualitative data coding and thematic analysis using established research frameworks.


• Contribute to research reports, presentations, manuscripts, and other project deliverables.


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in sociology, global studies, or other related disciplines.


• Experience in conducting in-depth interviews.


• Ability to identify and review academic writing and scholarship.


• Knowledge of qualitative data analysis software such as NVivo.


• Strong attention to detail in organizing research material and data.


• Strong writing and communication skills.


• Knowledge of and experience working in Southeast Asia.


• Willingness to travel within Southeast Asia.