Research Associate/Fellow/Senior RF - CHILD

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Singapore seeks a motivated researcher to join its Centre for Holistic Initiatives for Learning and Development. The role involves conducting evidence synthesis projects and leading science communication efforts. Ideal candidates will have a PhD or Master's degree in related fields and experience in independent research. The successful candidate will collaborate with an international team, focused on child health and development.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have experience in systematic and scoping reviews.
• Experience in leading independent research is required.
• Track record in publishing in peer-reviewed journals is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver evidence synthesis projects.
• Lead science communication products like publications and grant proposals.
• Provide supervision to research assistants and interns.

Skills

Evidence Synthesis

Science Communication

Excellent written English

Project Management

Team player

Interest in early child development

Education

PhD or Masters in Psychology/Behavioural Science/Public Health/Education/Sociology/Social Work/Communication

Job description

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

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated researcher to join the Centre for Holistic Initiatives for Learning and Development (CHILD), Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore. The position can be at the Research Associate, Research Fellow, or Senior Research Fellow level, commensurate with experience.

The Centre brings together experts in the field of translational research, child health and development, and implementation science to accelerate the use of evidence in policy and practice and give every child the best start in life.

The successful candidate will support the Centre by i) conducting evidence synthesis projects aligned to the Centre’s strategy and key priorities, ii) leading science communication and dissemination outputs, including peer‑reviewed publications and other knowledge mobilisation efforts for our website and social media channels, and iii) providing supervision and mentorship to team members supporting our science communication products and other dissemination activities.

The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to collaborate on evidence synthesis projects with an international team of supervisors and mentors, providing ample experiences to produce high‑quality products and publications within the fields of child health/development, behavioural and implementation science, and the social sciences.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate will:

• Work closely with the CHILD management and cross‑disciplinary research teams and collaborators.
• Design, plan, undertake and deliver evidence synthesis projects and publications.
• Lead planning, coordination and writing for science communication products for a variety of audiences, including peer‑reviewed publications, knowledge translation articles, and grant proposals.
• Lead or contribute to, where appropriate, research dissemination activities at internal and external meetings and conferences.
• Provide supervision and mentorship to research assistants, students, and interns where required.
• Work closely with stakeholders from across the early childhood research, practice, and policy sectors.

Qualifications

A PhD or Masters in Psychology/Behavioural Science/Public Health/Education/Sociology/Social Work/Communication or a related discipline.

Experience: Candidates with experience in the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• Evidence Synthesis (including but not limited to systematic and scoping reviews, meta‑analysis, qualitative synthesis methods)
• Science Communication and Writing
• Behavioural or Social Sciences applied to child health/development
• Public Health or Epidemiology related to child and health and development

The candidate should also possess:

• Excellent written English, skilled in writing for a variety of audiences.
• Experience in undertaking or leading independent research covering all aspects of the research process, as appropriate for career stage.
• A strong grounding in evidence synthesis methods.
• Track record (or the potential) of publishing in peer‑reviewed journals, writing well‑researched science communication articles, and presentations in international or national scientific conferences, commensurate with career stage.
• Willingness to travel off‑site for events, meetings or dissemination activities, where necessary.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English.
• A team player with an ability to work independently.
• Highly motivated, proactive, and goal‑oriented, with excellent project management skills.
• Keen interest in the area of early child development and passion for research translation will be advantageous.

Application

Please submit your application, a detailed CV (including personal particulars, academic and employment history, complete list of publications/oral presentations and full contacts of three referees), and example of writing to the NUS Career Portal.

The appointment title and salary grade will be commensurate with the candidates’ qualifications and experience. Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and full CV via the NUS careers portal. Applicants can email [e-mail] with any questions. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

What Being Successful in the Role Looks Like: The successful candidate will work closely, collaboratively, and competently as part of an interdisciplinary team within CHILD. They will have excellent writing, presentation, and project management skills. They can perform data analysis/data visualisation and willingly learn from others and share knowledge with others. He or she fits into, supports, and builds up CHILD’s open and positive work culture. The successful candidate will be supervised by Dr. Keri McCrickerd (NUS) and co‑mentored by Dr. Jason Chow (Vanderbilt University).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

About CHILD: The Centre for Holistic Initiatives for Learning and Development or CHILD was established under the umbrella of the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine (NUS Medicine) with the Lien Foundation. In collaboration with partners - the Centre for Evidence and Implementation (CEI) and A*STAR’s Singapore Institute for Clinical Sciences (SICS), CHILD brings together experts in the field of translational research, child development, and implementation science to help give children the best start to life.