Research Associate (Institute for Environment & Sustainability) (30654)

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

Job summary

A leading research university in Singapore is seeking Research Assistants/Associates to support applied research on urban water resources management and policy. You will conduct literature reviews, manage projects, and require strong quantitative skills and experience with statistical packages like R, Stata, or Python. The position offers a full-time role with an initial three-month probation period, renewable annually.

Qualifications

• Able to start as soon as possible.
• Demonstrated interest in water / environmental issues.
• Experience in project/research administration and management.

Responsibilities

• Support and coordinate applied research projects on water policy and governance.
• Conduct literature reviews and develop research frameworks.
• Perform quantitative and/or qualitative data collection and analysis.

Skills

Quantitative research skills

Data analytics

R

Stata

Python

Education

Master's degree in economics, public policy, environmental studies, or related field

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

The Centre for Water Policy (CWP), housed within the Institute for Environment & Sustainability (IES) at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore, is seeking proactive, dynamic, and self-motivated Research Assistants/ Associates to join our team.

CWP works closely with Singapore's national water agency, PUB, and international partners on applied research projects addressing urban water resources management, water governance, and policy design in Singapore and Southeast Asia.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with leading researchers, contribute to cutting-edge research and policy dialogues at the intersection of water, environment, and sustainability, while also helping to strengthen CWP's role as a leading regional platform for water policy innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and coordinate applied research projects on water policy, governance, and urban water resources management
• The candidate is also expected to work on cross-sectoral projects in energy transition, climate change, sustainable livelihoods and more
• Conduct literature reviews, develop research frameworks, and design/execute studies
• Perform quantitative and/or qualitative data collection, analysis, and visualization, with strong emphasis on quantitative research skills
• Draft and edit research reports, policy briefs, and academic manuscripts
• Assist in project management and research administration
• Contribute to the organization of seminars, workshops, and policy dialogues

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Able to start as soon as possible
• Master's degree in economics, public policy, environmental studies, or a related social science/quantitative discipline, with demonstrated interest in water / environmental issues
• Strong quantitative research background (statistics/econometrics/data analytics
• Proficient in at least one of the following statistical packages, R, Stata, Python
• Demonstrated rigor in literature review, research design, and report writing
• Experience in project/research administration and management
• Self-motivated, resourceful, and able to multi-task and meet deadlines

Appointment Details:

• Full-time position, based in Singapore
• Initial contract with 3-month probation period, renewable on a yearly basis

About the Centre for Water Policy (CWP)

The Centre for Water Policy (CWP) at IES, LKYSPP, NUS, is dedicated to advancing fit-for-purpose water governance and policy solutions in Singapore and Southeast Asia. Through applied research, stakeholder engagement, and policy dialogues, CWP supports policymakers and practitioners in addressing complex challenges in urban water management and sustainability transitions.

More Information

Location: Bukit Timah Campus

Organization: Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy

Department : Institute for Environment and Sustainability

Job requisition ID : 30654