Research Fellow (Dept of Medicine)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore invites applications for a Research Fellow in the Division of Family Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, located at the Kent Ridge Campus. The role is initially on a 1-year contract with potential extension contingent on performance and funds, focusing on strategic delivery of the WONCA–Lancet Primary Care Commission.

The successful candidate will contribute to evidence generation, manuscript preparation, and milestone tracking across a large

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field such as public health, health services research, primary care, or epidemiology.
• Strong track record of scientific writing and publications.
• Experience with systematic reviews, data synthesis, or health systems research.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to coordinate multi‑partner scientific work.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate scientific workflow underpinning the WONCA–Lancet Primary Care Commission, including protocol development and evidence synthesis.
• Support the PI in design, execution, and integration of work across research streams.
• Conduct literature reviews and data analysis to inform recommendations.
• Draft, refine, and coordinate sections of the Commission report; lead or co‑author peer‑reviewed publications.
• Liaise with local and international commissioners and research teams to ensure coherence.

Skills

Scientific writing

Organisational skills

Coordination

Literature reviews

Education

PhD in public health/health services research/epidemiology

Job description

Job Title: Research Fellow (Dept of Medicine)

University-Level Unit: Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Medicine

Employee Category: Research Staff

Location_ONB: Kent Ridge Campus

Job Description

The National University of Singapore invites applications for Research Fellow in the Division of Family Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. The Division envisions developing a reputation in the Asia Pacific region as a Centre of excellence in Family Medicine and Primary Care service delivery, education and training and research. Appointments will be made on a 1-year contract basis in the first instance, with the possibility of extension contingent upon good performance and funds availabilities.

Purpose of the post

The successful candidate will contribute to the strategic and operational delivery of the WONCA‑Lancet Primary Care Commission, supporting evidence generation, manuscript preparation, and milestone tracking across a large international collaboration. This role requires initiative, strong organisational skills, and the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders to help position NUS Medicine as a global leader in primary care research.

Main Duties And Responsibilities

• Scientific Coordination & Research Management
• Lead and coordinate the scientific workflow underpinning the Commission, including protocol development, methodological approaches, and evidence synthesis
• Support the Principal Investigator in the design, execution, and integration of work across multiple research streams
• Conduct literature reviews, data analysis, and evidence appraisal to inform the Commission’s recommendations
• Draft, refine, and coordinate sections of the WONCA–Lancet Commission report
• Lead or co author peer reviewed publications derived from the Commission’s work.
• Liaise with local and international commissioners, research teams, and/or thematic experts to ensure scientific coherence and alignment
• Project Leadership & Quality Assurance
• Develop and maintain scientific timelines, deliverables, and quality assurance processes
• Ensure methodological rigour and adherence to ethical, academic, and publication standards
• Present scientific findings during meetings, workshops, and international consultations
• Other Responsibilities
• Undertake additional duties as required by the PI or Departmental leadership to support ongoing research and departmental priorities
• Maintain accurate, complete, and up‑to‑date documentation in the Department’s research repository to ensure continuity and compliance
• Provide a thorough and well‑organised handover of all responsibilities, documents, and work-in-progress when transitioning out of the role

Qualifications

• A PhD in public health, health services research, primary care, epidemiology, or other related field
• Strong track record in scientific writing and publications
• Experience with systematic reviews, data synthesis, or health systems research
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to coordinate multi‑partner scientific work
• Prior experience in global health, primary care research, or Lancet Commission‑style work is an advantage

Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.