Research Associate (Policy Lab) (28746)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Research Associate to join their dynamic team at a prestigious institution. This role offers the chance to engage in impactful research focused on community empowerment and collaborative governance. You will gain valuable experience in qualitative research methods, data analysis, and project management while working with diverse populations. The position provides opportunities for intellectual exchange and co-authoring research papers, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about social science and policy development.

Qualifications

• Keen interest in research and development for policy solutions.
• Familiarity with qualitative analysis and data tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in ongoing research projects and manage student researchers.
• Conduct surveys, ethnographic fieldwork, and literature reviews.

Skills

Qualitative research methods

Data analysis (Nvivo, Qualtrics)

English communication

Project management

Education

Master's degree in social science

Tools

Nvivo

Qualtrics

Job description

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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

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Job Description

The Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) is a policy research think-tank in the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore. IPS is looking to hire a Research Associate for the Policy Lab to work on on-going research studies on community empowerment, citizen participation, and collaborative governance in Singapore. The Research Associate will have the opportunity to acquire critical research skills, gain field experience and knowledge working with diverse populations and benefit from exposure to intellectual exchange and networking.

The job scope includes:

• Assisting in the administration of on-going research projects
• Liaising with partner organisations and recruitment, management of undergraduate student researchers
• Conducting simple surveys and ethnographic fieldwork, including participant observations, writing fieldnotes, and in-depth interviews
• Conducting literature reviews, data analysis and supporting the publication and dissemination of results and findings in research reports, policy briefs, conference papers, academic journals, opinion editorials, and book manuscripts.
• Presenting research work to internal and external stakeholders
• Undertaking other administrative duties such as facilitate IPS's conferences, other research conferences, workshops, or closed-door discussions

Applicants must:

• Have keen interest in research and development to co-develop and test policy solutions with relevant communities and stakeholders
• Have familiarity with qualitative research methods, qualitative analysis and data analytical tools such as Nvivo and Qualtrics
• Have strong English communication, with an ability to write in a clear and engaging manner
• Have initiative and demonstrated ability to coordinate and manage projects
• Demonstrate commitment to meeting deadlines and have a track record of producing work that reflects a maturity of thought
• Have at least a Master's degree in a relevant social science discipline from a reputable university

Applicants preferably have:

• Previous work or volunteering experience in the areas of community empowerment, citizen participation, and collaborative governance.

What you can expect from the job

The Research Associate will have the opportunity to work in a research team which examines social and policy issues affecting community empowerment, citizen participation, and collaborative governance. The Research Associate will be working in a team committed to ensuring high quality data collection and fieldwork management. The Policy Lab works on a variety of projects initiated by the institute, government and the non-profit sector using both qualitative and quantitative methods. In addition, the Research Associate will also have opportunities to co-author articles and research papers with other members of the research team.

To apply:
Please upload your cover letter and curriculum vitae via NUS Career Page.

Your CV should include details such as your highest qualifications, last drawn salary, expected salary and reasons for leaving your last/current position. Please also state when you expect to be able to begin work if this position is offered to you.

(We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.)

More Information

Location: Bukit Timah Campus

Organization: Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy

Department : Institute of Policy Studies

Job requisition ID : 28746