Research Assistant (Policy and Regulatory Technical Support)

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE; Singapore; In loco; SGD 60.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The National University of Singapore invites applications for a Policy Researcher to support the Engineering and Policy function within SNRSI. The role focuses on conducting research related to nuclear energy policy, regulatory frameworks, strategic foresight, and social science to inform evidence-based policy and infrastructure decisions.

Responsibilities include policy and regulatory research, horizon scanning, public risk perception studies, and coordination of knowledge management across

Competenze

• Degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, Energy Studies, International Relations, Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Experience in nuclear policy research, strategic analysis, regulatory studies, energy policy, or related fields preferred.
• Strong research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Ability to synthesise complex information into actionable insights.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Mansioni

• Policy and Regulatory Research: conduct research on nuclear governance, regulatory frameworks, safety, fuel cycle, waste management, and emerging tech.
• Horizon Scanning and Strategic Analysis: monitor global developments and identify trends, risks, and opportunities for Singapore.
• Public Risk Perception and Stakeholder Research: support design and analysis of public perception and stakeholder studies; translate findings into policy insights.
• Research Coordination and Knowledge Management: conduct literature reviews, coordinate activities with internal/external partners, maintain research databases.

Conoscenze

Strong research

Analytical thinking

Policy analysis

Formazione

Public Policy or related degree

Energy policy background

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Description

The Policy Researcher supports the Engineering and Policy function within SNRSI by conducting and coordinating research related to nuclear energy development in any of the following areas: policy, regulatory, strategic foresight, or social science. The role contributes to interdisciplinary studies, policy analysis, horizon scanning, and stakeholder-focused research to support evidence-based policy and infrastructure decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Policy and Regulatory Research
• Conduct research and analysis on nuclear governance, regulatory frameworks, safety, fuel cycle, waste management, and emerging nuclear technologies.
• Review and synthesise international developments, best practices, and policy approaches relevant to Singapore.
• Support development of policy papers, research reports, briefing materials, and presentations.

• Horizon Scanning and Strategic Analysis
• Monitor global and regional developments in nuclear energy, safety, regulation, fuel cycle and public acceptance.
• Identify emerging trends, risks, and opportunities and assess implications for Singapore.
• Contribute to scenario planning and strategic foresight studies.

• Public Risk Perception and Stakeholder Research
• Support design and implementation of public perception, stakeholder, and social science research projects.
• Analyse qualitative and quantitative findings and translate them into policy-relevant insights.
• Contribute to research supporting public communications and stakeholder engagement strategies.

• Research Coordination and Knowledge Management
• Conduct literature reviews and environmental scans across policy, technical, economic, environmental, and societal domains.
• Coordinate research activities with internal teams and external partners.
• Maintain databases of research findings and policy developments.

The successful candidate may be appointed as a Research Associate or Research Fellow, commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, Energy Studies, International Relations, Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Experience in nuclear policy research, strategic analysis, regulatory studies, energy policy, or related fields preferred.
• Strong research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Ability to synthesise complex information into actionable insights.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.