Research Assistant (Society & Culture) (28627)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious research institute as a Research Assistant, where you will contribute to impactful research on inequality and social mobility. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in both qualitative and quantitative research, collaborate with experienced researchers, and co-author academic papers. Ideal for recent graduates or early career researchers, this position provides excellent training and networking opportunities within the fields of public policy and social science research. Be part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a difference in society through rigorous research and analysis.

Qualifications

• Strong research skills with a keen interest in social issues.
• Experience in qualitative and quantitative research methods.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing research projects and recruiting participants.
• Conduct secondary research and data analysis for reports.
• Support publication and dissemination of research findings.

Skills

Research Skills

Data Analysis

Literature Review

Interviews

Focus Group Discussions

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Science

Job description

Company description:

The National University of Singapore is the national research university of Singapore. Founded in 1905 as the Straits Settlements and the Federated Malay States Government Medical School, NUS is the oldest higher education institution in Singapore

Job description:

Job Description

The Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) is a policy research think-tank in the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore. IPS is looking to hire a Research Assistant for the Society & Culture Department.

The Research Assistant will be working in a research team that contributes to IPS' research programme on inequality and social mobility, including the evaluation of policies, programmes or interventions.

The job scope includes:

• Assisting with the administration and management of research projects, including recruiting and managing participants
• Conducting secondary research (e.g., literature review), data analysis for qualitative and quantitative research, and supporting the publication and dissemination of results and findings in reports, policy briefs, and conference and academic journal papers
• Conducting research fieldwork, including in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, participant observations, writing field notes, and surveys
• Conducting data analysis and supporting the publication and dissemination of results and findings in reports, conference presentations and academic journals
• Undertaking other administrative duties relating to research projects, such as corresponding with stakeholders and working with other departments (e.g., finance and event management)
• Organising and reporting of seminars and conferences

Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be a Singapore Citizen (owing to the nature of IPS' workstreams)
• Have at least a Bachelor's degree in a relevant social science discipline from a reputable university.
• Be intellectually curious and possess strong research skills, preferably with some background and a keen interest in social issues and social policy.
• Demonstrate experience and competency in working with and synthesising large bodies of data (gathered through primary and secondary research)
• Have a strong command of the English language and be able to write in a clear and engaging manner, with a passion for grammar, detail and accuracy
• Be resourceful in getting things done and be able to meet deadlines and work well with others

The following are optional criteria that will give your application an advantage:
• Have experience in conducting research, whether qualitative (e.g., meta reviews, interviews and focus groups discussions), or quantitative (e.g., surveys, experiments)

What you can expect from the job:

Researchers at IPS work on a variety of projects initiated by the Institute, the government and the non-profit sector, using both qualitative and quantitative methods. The Research Assistant will be able to engage in research projects and have opportunities to co-author articles and research papers with other members of the research team. They will also benefit from exposure to intellectual exchange and networking with various stakeholders linked to the Institute's work. This job will provide excellent training for a fresh graduate or an early career researcher who is seeking to develop a career in the fields of public policy or social science research, whether in academia, the public service, or the private sector.

To apply:

Please upload your cover letter and curriculum vitae via NUS Career Page.

Your CV should include details such as your highest qualifications, last drawn salary, expected salary and reasons for leaving your last/current position. Please also state when you expect to be able to begin work if this position is offered to you.

(We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.)

More Information

Location: Bukit Timah Campus

Organization: Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy

Department : Institute of Policy Studies

Job requisition ID : 28627