Research Associate (CBDS/WK)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore invites applications for a research position within the CREPSING project at Duke-NUS Medical School. The successful candidate will contribute to research on population genomics screening and precision medicine in Singapore, using mixed-methods approaches.

Responsibilities include literature reviews, protocol development, ethics submissions, qualitative and quantitative analyses with NVivo/Qualtrics, manuscript preparation, and dissemination to academic and

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a relevant biomedical, health or social science discipline.
• Experience with qualitative research methods and/or quantitative survey research is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews and contribute to study protocols and questionnaires.
• Prepare and submit ethics applications to IRBs and support ongoing ethics reporting.
• Design, conduct, analyze, and interpret qualitative and quantitative data with appropriate tools.
• Develop and evaluate questionnaires and survey instruments.
• Analyze data using software such as NVivo and Qualtrics and integrate mixed-methods findings.
• Contribute to manuscript writing, reports, policy documents and conference abstracts.

Skills

Qualitative methods

Survey research

Project management

Scientific writing

English proficiency

Education

Master's degree in Public Health

Tools

NVivo

Qualtrics

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:

CREPSING (Collective Reflective Equilibrium in Practice in Singapore) explores the ethical and societal considerations regarding the implementation of genomics and precision medicine in Singapore. Using mixed-methods research, this project seeks to understand community and stakeholder experiences and perspectives on population genomics screening and to co-design policies for the ethical, equitable and socially responsible implementation of population genomics screening.

The successful candidate will contribute to research examining the implementation of population genomics screening and precision medicine in Singapore. Key responsibilities include:

• Conduct literature reviews and contribute to the development of study protocols and questionnaires.
• Prepare and submit ethics applications to Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) and support ongoing ethics reporting.
• Design, conduct, analysis, and interpretation of qualitative research studies, including in-depth interviews, focus group discussions.
• Develop, pilot, and evaluate questionnaires and survey instruments to assess community and stakeholder views and experiences.
• Analyse qualitative and quantitative data using appropriate methodological approaches and software tools (e.g., NVivo, Qualtrics) and support the integration of findings from mixed-methods studies.
• Lead or contribute to the timely preparation, writing, and submission of manuscripts, reports, policy documents, conference abstracts, and other research outputs.
• Present research findings to academic, clinical, policy, and public audiences through workshops, stakeholder engagements, conferences, and dissemination activities locally and internationally.
• Support the overall management and coordination of research projects, including participant recruitment, data collection, stakeholder engagement, organisation of meetings and workshops, and other administrative and operational activities as required.

Job Requirements:

• Master's degree in Public Health, Human or Clinical Genomics, Genetic Counselling, Implementation Science, Health Policy, Bioethics, Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, or another relevant biomedical, health or social science discipline. Candidates with higher credentials may be considered for more senior appointments.
• Demonstrated experience in qualitative research methods (e.g. conducting interviews, focus group discussions and thematic analysis) and/or quantitative survey research. Experience with mixed-methods research is an advantage.
• Demonstrated interest in or knowledge of one or more of the following areas: genomics, precision medicine, implementation science, health policy, bioethics or applied social science research. Familiarity with clinical genomics practice or population screening programmes would be an advantage.
• Excellent analytical skills, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to producing high-quality and accurate research.
• Fluency in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to prepare high-quality research reports, manuscripts and presentations
• Highly motivated, organised and proactive, with strong project management and organisational skills, and the ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research team.
• Demonstrated scientific writing skills, including experience preparing manuscripts, reports, grant applications or policy documents appropriate to career stage.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

More Information:

Location: Outram Campus

Organization: Duke-NUS Medical School

Department : Office of Research

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID : 34281