Research Associate (Law and Governance, Biosecurity and Global Health)

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

Job summary

A prominent university in Singapore is seeking a Research Associate to join the Asia Centre for Health Security. The role involves conducting research on law and governance issues related to biosecurity and global health. Candidates should possess an undergraduate degree in law and a master’s degree in a relevant field, alongside outstanding research and communication skills. Interest in health security in Asia is essential.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in law is required.
• Master’s degree in biosecurity, global health, or similar is preferred.
• Keen interest in advancing health security in Asia.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on law and governance aspects of biosecurity.
• Write reports and publications.
• Support ongoing program work and events.

Skills

Knowledge/experience in law and biosecurity/public health/global health

Outstanding research skills

Outstanding English communication skills

Independent and reliable

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate degree in law

Master’s degree in biosecurity or related fields

Job description

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Job Description

Research Associate (Law and Governance, Biosecurity and Global Health)

Job Description

The Asia Centre for Health Security (ACHS) at the National University of Singapore Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health is seeking a Research Associate to support the Law and Governance Program. The Asia Centre for Health Security is a recently established academic think tank that seeks to promote and strengthen health security in Asia. The RA would support work on law and governance aspects of biosecurity, public and global health, with a focus on Asia.

The candidate will be expected to carry out research, write reports and publications, and support the ongoing work of the program, including events. The RA will be expected to work independently under the supervision of A/Prof Ayelet Berman and in interaction with other Centre members.

Requirements

Applicants are expected to have an undergraduate degree in law and a master’s degree in biosecurity, public health, global health or other related fields. An ideal candidate would have the following qualifications:

• Knowledge/experience in the fields of law and biosecurity/public health/global health.
• Outstanding research skills.
• Outstanding English written and verbal communication skills as the researcher will work closely with English-speaking stakeholders from local, regional, and international backgrounds.
• Independent, reliable, well-organized, meticulous to detail, focused.
• A keen interest in advancing health security in Asia.

Please submit the following during the application:

1. Cover letter
2. CV
3. A writing sample
4. Names of two referees

The grade of appointment will be accorded based on qualifications and work experience.

Applications are considered on a rolling basis. Hence, interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.