Research Assistant (Asia Competitiveness Institute)

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE is seeking a Research Assistant to support the Asia Competitiveness Institute in various research projects focused on China and ASEAN economies. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Economics or Social Sciences, have experience in policy analysis, and be skilled in working with large datasets. This role requires strong organizational and analytical abilities, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to a minimum of one year.

Qualifications

• Experience in policy analysis required.
• Familiarity with large economic datasets for statistical analysis.
• Must be highly self-motivated and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Work on research projects related to China and ASEAN economies.
• Assist in policy analysis and socioeconomic research.

Skills

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Ability to multitask

Education

Bachelor/Masters degree in Economics

Degree in Social Sciences or equivalent

Job description

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

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We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The Research Assistant will be a member of the Asia Competitiveness Institute (ACI) research team, working under ACI Director, Professor Paul Cheung, to work on a number of research projects related to China and ASEAN economies.

The candidates should have experience in policy analysis and are familiar with socioeconomic development of China and ASEAN economies.

• Bachelor/Masters degree in Economics, Social Sciences, or equivalent
• Familiar with socioeconomic development of China and ASEAN economies
• Familiar with working on the large economic datasets for statistical analysis
• Demonstrate good organisational and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written English
• Able to multitask and manage tight timelines
• Able to work in a team as well as independently. Must be highly self-motivated
• Able to commit to at least 1 year of service