Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow

National University Polyclinics; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Research Fellow to lead health services research at a prominent hospital. This role involves formulating research ideas, collaborating with healthcare professionals, and guiding junior researchers. You will manage projects from conception to implementation, utilizing your expertise in applied statistics and programming. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative healthcare solutions and improve patient outcomes. If you are passionate about research and eager to make a difference in the healthcare field, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• PhD or Degree in Nursing/Medicine with 4-5 years of medical research experience.
• Expertise in health services research and applied statistics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health services and operational research projects.
• Write, review, and present research papers, guiding other researchers.

Skills

Health Services Research

Applied Statistics

Project Management

Data Analysis

Machine Learning

Predictive Modelling

Programming in Python

Programming in R

Education

PhD in Nursing

Degree in Medicine

Job description

Job Title: Research Fellow (Health Services Research)

As a research fellow, the position holder will be the cornerstone for the research division in Alexandra hospital. He/She will formulate health services research ideas, work with healthcare professionals, apply for funding, and guide junior researchers. Background knowledge and work on quantitative data and statistics are preferable.

In addition, administrative work which may be related to research or general will also be needed for this position.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Work on projects related to health services and operational research.
2. Write and review research papers, present research outcomes, and develop collaborations.
3. Contribute to project management and provide guidance to other healthcare worker researchers.

Secondary Duties

1. Develop own portfolio of research work and projects.
2. Working with PI(s) perform research grant administrative matters such as (not limited to): variation & extension requests, submission of claims, and progress reports etc.
3. Assume additional responsibilities as assigned by reporting officer/HOD.

Job Requirements:

1. PhD and/or Degree in Nursing / Medicine or related discipline.
2. 4-5 years of experience in medical research is a plus.
3. Expertise in health services research (HSR) and applied statistics, with experience in study design, data analysis, and outcome evaluation.
4. Strong background in developing and implementing data-driven solutions for healthcare improvement, with proficiency in AI methodologies (e.g., machine learning, predictive modelling) where applicable.
5. Proven ability to independently manage and execute projects across diverse health services domains, from conceptualization through to implementation, including data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
6. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, with experience in using machine learning and analytical frameworks to solve healthcare-related problems.

If the role sounds interesting to you, please contact [e-mail] to understand more about the role. Please indicate the position that you are interested in the subject heading.

*Only Singapore Citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents may apply.