Research Associate - Climate & Geospatial Analytics

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global university in Singapore is seeking a detailed-oriented Research Associate to join the Centre for Nature-based Climate Solutions. This role focuses on carbon accounting in Southeast Asia, requiring a Master's degree and at least two years of experience. Responsibilities include supporting impactful research and managing projects. Candidates must have strong skills in data handling and analysis, coding, and a collaborative spirit. The application deadline is January 31, 2026.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• At least 2 years’ relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Support development of policy-relevant research on nature-based solutions.
• Work closely with other researchers.
• Design field studies and data collection campaigns.
• Conduct data processing and analysis.
• Provide administrative support on research-related matters.
• Manage country-level collaboration.
• Contribute to research manuscripts and reports.

Skills

Handling large-scale geospatial data

Statistical computing and data visualisation tools

Coding/scripting using R and/or Python

Strong organisational and problem-solving skills

Highly self-motivated

Team player

Education

Master’s degree in natural science, climate science, geography, data science, engineering

Job description

A leading global university in Singapore is seeking a detailed-oriented Research Associate to join the Centre for Nature-based Climate Solutions. This role focuses on carbon accounting in Southeast Asia, requiring a Master's degree and at least two years of experience. Responsibilities include supporting impactful research and managing projects. Candidates must have strong skills in data handling and analysis, coding, and a collaborative spirit. The application deadline is January 31, 2026.