Research Associate (Singapore Centre for Character and Citizenship Education) [NIE]

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; Presencial; SGD 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

National Institute of Education in Singapore invites candidates for a Research Associate on a 10-month contract to join the DREAMS project team. The appointee will support data management, analysis and reporting within a diverse educational research programme.

The role requires a Master’s degree in psychology, sociology or related fields, strong data skills (R/Mplus) and experience with surveys, psychometrics and longitudinal analyses. Collaboration and independent work are expected.

Formación

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Sociology or related social science required.
• Bachelor’s degree with at least 3 years of relevant research experience will be considered for entry.
• Proficiency in statistical software (R, Mplus) and data management workflows is essential.
• Experience with survey data collection and psychometric/predictive analyses is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Data management, processing and advanced data analysis (including qualitative components).
• Support deliverables: reports, dissemination, publications, and database organization.
• Contribute to responsibilities of the larger research programme.
• Conduct literature reviews as assigned by PI/Co-PIs.
• Perform other duties as required by the PI/Co-PIs.

Conocimientos

Statistical analysis

Survey design

Data management

Academic writing

Independent work

Educación

Master’s in Psychology/Sociology or related social science

Bachelor’s with 3+ years research experience

Herramientas

R

Mplus

Descripción del empleo

The National Institute of Education invites suitable applications for the position of Research Associate on a 10-month contract (renewable) at the Singapore Centre for Character and Citizenship Education.

Project Title:

DRivers, Enablers and pathways of Adolescent developMent in Singapore (DREAMS)

Project Introduction:

This project is part of a larger research programme that aims to examine the trajectories of educational pathways in adolescence within the broader context of education in Singapore and how they intersect with adolescent trajectories of aspirations, identity, lifestyle and wellbeing, and the broader social milieu. We are looking for a motivated researcher with suitable research experience to join our team in examining secondary students’ school and career-related aspirations, self-identity, agency and influencing social contexts. Successful applicants will have unique opportunities to work with contemporary frameworks and strengthen their skills in empirical research analysis.

Requirements

Essential

• Master’s degree, preferably in Psychology, Sociology, or a related social science discipline
• Applicants with a bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of relevant research experience will also be considered
• Proficiency in using statistical software package (e.g., R, Mplus)
• Experience with survey data collection and data management workflows.
• Experience with psychometric and predictive statistical analysis such as confirmatory factor analysis, structural equation modelling and longitudinal analysis
• Possess strong interpersonal communication, academic writing and language skills
• Proactive and capable of managing tasks independently with minimal supervision

Preferred

• Evidence of expertise in survey designs, measurement and predictive modeling
• Familiarity with educational and psychosocial theories of human development
• Evidence of proficiency in academic publications and presentations
• Familiarity with the Singapore education system

Responsibilities

• Data management, processing and advanced data analysis, including qualitative components
• Support research project deliverables such as reports, research dissemination, publications, database organisation
• Assist with the responsibilities and deliverables of the larger research programme
• Conduct literature reviews proactively or as assigned by the PI / Co-PIs.
• Other tasks as assigned by the Principal Investigator / Co-PIs

Closing Date

Closing date for advertisements will be set to 14 calendar days from date of posting.

Hiring Institution: NIE