Total 1,964 Junior Research Analyst job vacancies in George Town

Role Purpose

We're now looking for an Industry Research Analyst, Semiconductor to join our team. As a researcher and part of the Components and Devices Omdia pillar, you will help to coordinate Omdia’s semiconductor forecasts by communicating and working with multiple internal teams and external partners.  In doing so, you will engage in primary and secondary research of semiconductor trends, interpret data, and analyze results using qualitative and modeling techniques.

Key Responsibilities

• Collecting semiconductor data from a range of systems and sources and inputting into systems such as Excel.
• Assist the semiconductor analyst teams on providing up to date semiconductor market activity.
• Assist the semiconductor analyst teams in using primary and secondary research to build a credible date base.
• Creating estimates where publicly available sources are not available.
• Ensuring consistency and alignment of semiconductor forecasts across multiple internal teams.
• Locate and define new process improvement opportunities 
• Assist in providing qualitative analysis where possible to support and justify data.
• Understand and communicate the key semiconductor market trends. 

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal.

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The National University of Singapore (NUS) Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine is recruiting talented scholars at multiple levels: Post-doctoral Fellows, Senior Research Fellows and Research Scientists to work in the Global Centre of Asian Women’s Health (www.glownus.org) and the NUS Bia-Echo Asia Centre for Reproductive Longevity and Equality (www.acrle.com). Our interdisciplinary program is designed to provide experiences that foster scholars’ professional development by working closely with national and international experts, and equip them with independent research skills in multi-disciplinary areas, such as nutrition, reproductive health, maternal and child health, endocrinology, behaviour intervention, biostatistics and epidemiology.

Successful candidates are expected to 1) conduct original research for publications based on data from several large cohort studies in the United States and in Singapore, such as the U.S. National Institute of Child and Human Development (NICHD) Fetal Growth Studies, Diabetes & Women’s Health Study (www.dwhstudy.org), Growing Up in Singapore Towards healthy Outcomes (GUSTO), and the Singapore Preconception Study of Long-Term Maternal and Child Outcomes (S_PRESTO); 2) present at scientific conferences; 3) contribute to competitive grant applications; and 4) mentor junior researchers within a multi-disciplinary research team. Successful candidates will also have the opportunity to develop their independent research initiatives using the wealth of data from the school and collaborative national and international institutes.

Qualifications

Candidates with a doctoral degree in epidemiology, nutrition, or a closely related field, or those with a medical degree with some experience or advanced graduate training in epidemiology, population health, or biostatistics are invited to apply. Preference will be given to candidates with strong research experience in any of, but not limited to, the following areas.

• Diabetes, obesity, and cardiometabolic health
• Nutrition, lifestyle and mental wellness
• Omics research, especially on metabolomics and microbiome
• Behavior intervention
• Reproductive health, maternal and child health
• Aging and neuro-cognitive function
• Women’s health
• Developmental origins of disease
• Epidemiological methods

Skills

Preference will also be given to candidates with

• Strong analytical or quantitative skills
• Good track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Excellent communication skills in English
• Experience in statistical software (e.g., STATA, SAS, R)
• Experience in grant/proposal writing

The position provides health insurance. The salary is commensurate with training and relevant research experience. Multiple positions are available and will remain open until qualified applicants are found.

Application

Applicants should email: 1) a curriculum vitae; 2) a statement of research interests; 3) three letters of reference; and 4) transcripts for undergraduate and graduate degrees to the contact listed below. Note: Official transcripts may be requested if selected for an interview. Applicants need not have completed their doctoral training prior to applying, although training must be completed prior to the start of the position.

We’re now looking for a Research Associate to join our Penang Research Operations team. 

PURPOSE OF ROLE

To support project deliverables and be responsible for their successful delivery in terms of research quality and timeliness. Deliver tasks in line with expected quality whilst meeting all Key Performance Indicators for Penang Team.

To help bring these principles to life, Informa Tech is currently seeking a Research Associate based in Penang to…

• Scoping research – constantly looking to evolve research to improve quality
• Data assumptions – clear justification of data and logical thinking

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The position of Research Associate is one of high responsibility and accountability.

You will be involved in

• Primary and secondary research tasks as specified by individual deliverables
• Excel-based templates as specified by each deliverable
• Credible and consistent base data and market shares output
• Outputs that have gone through a thorough cleansing exercise to ensure high quality of delivery to internal stakeholders
• New research ideas/topics presented to the manager

Other key responsibilities include:

• Successful, on-time delivery of high-quality, highly relevant, and differentiated research projects that provide essential elements for syndicated research projects across sectors.
• Successful, on-time execution of research projects that are essential components of consulting engagements, delivered to client specifications and quality expectations.
• Scoping – responsible for scoping out each deliverable that you are supporting. Including updating relevant documentation and leading kick-off as well as subsequent calls.
• Primary research – assist in conducting interviews with key industry contacts across a spectrum of company types, creating a detailed log of interactions and feedback.
• Secondary research – using a range of secondary sources to support primary research including – the internet, trade journals, in-house research, trade associations, public reports, financial releases, company press releases.
• Building templates and workbooks – creating Excel-based templates and workbooks for data entry, collation, cleansing, and synthesis.
• Building base data – using primary and secondary research to build credible base data; ensuring sufficient coverage of market players; creating estimates where company reporting is not available; utilizing history; ensuring consistency with related data/markets; logging all assumptions and working in a clear way.
• Working alongside manager on the continuing evolution and refinement of business/operational processes to optimize quality, timeliness, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness of research execution and delivery. Continuous measurement of key KPIs in each area.
• Require 3 days of shift work (9pm-6am) in a month to have better overlap with US clients

Key Internal Relationships:

• Members of Research & Data sectors, including colleagues in Research Operations for coordination, planning, execution, and support of syndicated research deliverables
• Product Management colleagues across sectors - provide research support for the planning, launch, and execution of impactful, differentiated high-quality research products
• Data team – working together to create DBs and forecast tools to drive research efficiency, consistency, and quality
• Leadership team – proactively communicate new ideas and feedback around process, operations, research, etc. to support continual improvement
• Research Operations Manager for support, performance, and approvals

Summary:

At Kunlun-2050 Research Singapore, we welcome you to become a part of our team as a Research Associate. This is a great opportunity to put theory into practice, learn from top researchers, and contribute to a groundbreaking R&D landscape.

Kunlun-2050 Research Lab is at the forefront of fundamental research in AGI. Our work encompasses two main areas: Foundation Model 2.0 and Agents. Foundation Model 2.0 explores new frontiers in AGI, including new foundation modes and applications, training and inference acceleration, and theoretical studies focusing on interpretability. Meanwhile, our work on Agents covers virtual and physical agents, pushing the boundaries of AI research.

Key Responsibilities:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of diverse research domains and relevant literature, while mastering a range of research techniques.
• Identify solvable elements within complex research problems, demonstrating astute problem-solving abilities.
• Explore emerging tools, technologies, and methodologies prevalent in the research community, under the guidance of mentors. Contribute expertise in specialized tools or methods, facilitating effective project planning.
• Complete research components successfully and yield innovation.
• Develop algorithms, prototypes, theories, tools, analyses, insights, or data collections that address key aspects of higher research objectives.
• Uphold ethical principles and privacy policies throughout research processes and data collection activities. Contribute to the development and implementation of computing technologies that prioritize trustworthiness, robustness, privacy, and ethics.

Desirable Experience:

• Currently pursuing a doctoral or master’s degree in computer science or any STEM field.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to academic and research excellence.
• Anticipate at least one academic semester toward graduation after completion of an internship.
• Possess a solid understanding of large language models, preferably with practical experience working with deep learning libraries such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, JAX, or equivalents.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with other researchers and product development teams.
• Excel in collaborative environments, seamlessly collaborating with fellow researchers and cross-functional product development teams. Exhibit exceptional interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration across diverse groups and cultures.
• Embrace unconventional thinking as a catalyst for deriving imaginative and innovative solutions.

Apply:

Interested candidates may send the latest Curriculum Vitae to michelle@kunlun-inc.com to explore this exciting opportunity.

We are committed to fostering diversity and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join us in shaping the future of AGI at Kunlun-2050 Research Lab.

Job Description

Chronic unresolved inflammation is a key pathogenic feature of prevalent inflammatory disorders and related syndromes that together are predicted to affect close to 60 million people with an annual cost of $90B. As such, the global anti-inflammatory therapeutic market is in urgent need for new targets for therapeutic intervention.

The Ho lab at Duke-NUS is building a platform to mine the human genome for novel determinants of the inflammatory response. We are seeking an experienced researcher who will participate and drive the execution of this platform in collaboration with other senior members of the team. The selected candidate will be expected to work at the bench as well as manage some aspects of the project such as administration of documentation required for smooth operations. Successful completion of the project will lead to opportunities for transition to industry roles. Candidates with strong technical ability and expertise in inflammation biology, and who are interested in taking discoveries from the lab through to commercialization are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Perform tasks and support all aspects of the research project.
• Cell culture and basic molecular biology (western blotting, PCR).
• Preparation of samples for NGS and proteomics analyses.
• Liaise with stakeholders including investors and grantors through regular meetings.
• Responsible for procurement related to the project such as vendor management, purchasing of laboratory supplies.
• Regulatory paperwork pertaining to the project (IRBs).
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described therein.

Job Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Biology or related discipline. Candidates with PhD will be considered for Research Fellow appointment.
• At least 5 years of work experience in lab-based research.
• Track record of scientific output in inflammation biology (research publications).
• Demonstrated experience in molecular biology and cell culture.
• Experienced in project management and stakeholder management, and able to undertake independent research progressively.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The National University of Singapore invites applications for the position of Research Fellow in the Department of Computer Science, School of Computing (SoC). SoC is strongly committed to research excellence in all its dimensions: Searching for fundamental results and insights in developing novel computational solutions to a wide range of applications, building largescale experimental systems, developing theories and policies for effective management of information systems in organizations, and improving the well-being of society. We seek to play an active role both internationally and locally in the core and emerging areas of Computer Science and Information Systems.

The Research Fellow will be responsible for working closely with the Principal Investigator on one or more research projects. In particular, the research fellow is going to investigate the design of novel database systems on modern hardware (e.g., GPUs and/or Non-volatile memory) and data science applications.

Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

Requirements

• A PhD degree in Computer Science or related field
• Experience in research and Good publication record
• Strong systems development skills

Job Description

The National University of Singapore invites applications for the position of Research Assistant in the Department of Computer Science, School of Computing (SoC). SoC is strongly committed to research excellence in all its dimensions: Searching for fundamental results and insights, developing novel computational solutions to a wide range of applications, building large-scale experimental systems and improving the well-being of society. We seek to play an active role both internationally and locally in the core and emerging areas of Computer Science and Information Systems.

The Research Assistant will be responsible for working closely with the Principal Investigator and lab members on one or more research projects. He/she should possess experience or interest in at least one of the following research areas:

• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Computer Vision
• Algorithms
• Circuits and Systems
• Programming Languages & Software Engineering

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree with Honours in a relevant area; and
• Experience in research.

Summary:

At Kunlun-2050 Research Singapore, we welcome you to become a part of our team as a Research Intern. This is a great opportunity to put theory into practice, learn from top researchers, and contribute to a groundbreaking R&D landscape.

Kunlun-2050 Research Lab is at the forefront of fundamental research in AGI. Our work encompasses two main areas: Foundation Model 2.0 and Agents. Foundation Model 2.0 explores new frontiers in AGI, including new foundation modes and applications, training and inference acceleration, and theoretical studies focusing on interpretability. Meanwhile, our work on Agents covers virtual and physical agents, pushing the boundaries of AI research.

Key Responsibilities:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of diverse research domains and relevant literature, while mastering a range of research techniques.
• Identify solvable elements within complex research problems, demonstrating astute problem-solving abilities.
• Explore emerging tools, technologies, and methodologies prevalent in the research community, under the guidance of mentors. Contribute expertise in specialized tools or methods, facilitating effective project planning.
• Complete research components successfully and yield innovation.
• Develop algorithms, prototypes, theories, tools, analyses, insights, or data collections that address key aspects of higher research objectives.
• Uphold ethical principles and privacy policies throughout research processes and data collection activities. Contribute to the development and implementation of computing technologies that prioritize trustworthiness, robustness, privacy, and ethics.

Desirable Experience:

• Currently pursuing a doctoral or master’s degree in computer science or any STEM field.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to academic and research excellence.
• Anticipate at least one academic semester toward graduation after completion of an internship.
• Possess a solid understanding of large language models, preferably with practical experience working with deep learning libraries such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, JAX, or equivalents.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with other researchers and product development teams.
• Excel in collaborative environments, seamlessly collaborating with fellow researchers and cross-functional product development teams. Exhibit exceptional interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration across diverse groups and cultures.
• Embrace unconventional thinking as a catalyst for deriving imaginative and innovative solutions.

Apply:

Interested candidates may send the latest Curriculum Vitae to michelle@kunlun-inc.com to explore this exciting opportunity.

We are committed to fostering diversity and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join us in shaping the future of AGI at Kunlun-2050 Research Lab.

Summary:

Skywork AI Singapore welcomes enthusiastic and forward-thinking research scientists to join our dynamic team at the Kunlun-2050 Research Lab Singapore. Being a new entrant in Singapore’s R&D landscape, we are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) through foundational research, with a particular focus on Foundation Model 2.0 and Agents. Foundation Model 2.0 encompasses various dimensions, including pioneering new foundation modes and applications, optimizing training and inference acceleration, and conducting theoretical studies to enhance interpretability. Our work on Agents delves into both virtual and physical agents, propelling us to the forefront of AGI development.

We invite individuals who share our passion for AGI advancement and are eager to make their mark in the field to apply and become a vital part of our evolving team. Join us to contribute to cutting-edge research and explore the potential for technology transfer into Skywork AI's core products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct groundbreaking research in the AGI field, focusing on Foundation Model 2.0 and Agents.
• Collaborate closely with our interdisciplinary team to publish influential research findings in top-tiered conferences and journals, making a significant impact on the AGI community.
• Embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and actively explore technology transfer opportunities into Skywork AI's core products.

Desirable Experience:

• Demonstrated expertise in AGI research, gained through previous engagements in esteemed universities, industry, or government research labs.
• Ph.D. degree in computer science, statistics, applied mathematics, data science, or related fields is highly desirable.
• Strong publication record as a first author in esteemed AI conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, CVPR, ICML, ICLR, ICCV, ACL) and journals (e.g., TPAMI, JMLR, AIJ), or contributions to prestigious publications in CNS (Cell, Nature and Science).
• Proficiency in differentiable programming frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, and JAX.
• Preferrable with a proven track record of high-impact research, evidenced by multiple papers with 100+ citations.
• Preferrable recognition through best paper awards or equivalent accolades at the top-tiered conferences.
• Preferrable an accomplished record in international academic competitions.

Apply:

If you're excited to be part of our cutting-edge research team in the AGI space, please send your latest Curriculum Vitae to michelle@kunlun-inc.com to explore this exciting opportunity.

Skywork AI Singapore is committed to fostering diversity and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join us in shaping the future of AGI at Kunlun-2050 Research Lab. Your contributions can be instrumental in defining our journey as a new start-up in this dynamic field.

Summary:

Skywork AI Singapore welcomes enthusiastic and forward-thinking research engineers to join our dynamic team at the Kunlun-2050 Research Lab Singapore. Being a new entrant in Singapore’s R&D landscape, we are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) through foundational and application research, with a particular focus on Foundation Model 2.0 and Agents. Foundation Model 2.0 encompasses various dimensions, including pioneering new foundation modes and applications, optimizing training and inference acceleration, and conducting theoretical studies to enhance interpretability. Our work on Agents delves into both virtual and physical agents, propelling us into the forefront of AGI development.

We invite individuals who share our passion for AGI advancement and are eager to make their mark in the field to apply and become a vital part of our evolving team. Join us to contribute to cutting-edge research and explore the potential for technology transfer into Skywork AI's core products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement intricate algorithms and enhance model scalability
• Provide comprehensive engineering support to the research team
• Develop reusable libraries to support research in AGI field, focusing on Foundation Model 2.0 and Agents.
• Collaborate closely with our interdisciplinary team to publish influential research findings in top-tiered conferences and journals, making a significant impact on the AGI community.
• Actively explore technology transfer opportunities into Skywork AI's core products.

Desirable Experience:

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science, statistics, engineering, applied mathematics, data science or related fields
• Possess more than three years of related work experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in programming languages
• Hands-on experience with deep learning frameworks and familiar with development tools
• Actively contribute to open-source projects
• Achievement in programming competitions and regional contests
• Attain esteemed recognition within the academic and professional community

Apply:

If you're excited to be part of our cutting-edge research team in the AGI space, please send your latest Curriculum Vitae to michelle@kunlun-inc.com to explore this exciting opportunity.

Skywork AI Singapore is committed to fostering diversity and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join us in shaping the future of AGI at Kunlun-2050 Research Lab. Your contributions can be instrumental in defining our journey as a new start-up in this dynamic field

Job Description

The Duke-NUS Laboratory for Translational and Molecular Imaging (LTMI), Duke-NUS Medical School, is recruiting a Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow to lead state-of-the-art small animal imaging studies in Viral Infectious Disease. LTMI aims to develop local infrastructure and deep capabilities in the development of molecular imaging technologies for guiding the advancement and translation of new imaging biomarkers to guide novel therapeutics in viral infectious disease.

The successful candidate will lead pre-clinical imaging efforts to validate novel imaging probes that target potential biomarkers of viral infection and host response. He/She will be responsible for the strategic planning, execution and communication of research. Candidates with strong records of scientific accomplishment in radiopharmaceutical sciences, immunology or related disciplines are encouraged to apply.

Lead mouse model development and characterisation of viral disease.

• Perform in vivo characterisation of imaging probe specificity and sensitivity with PET/CT, SPECT/CT and/or optical imaging in combination with different treatment regimes.
• Monitor immune response to anti-viral, and vaccines with longitudinal imaging, supported with pathology (IHC/IF), and cellular assessment (flow cytometry).
• Ensure regulatory compliance of research, including legal and ethical requirements.
• Ensure timely reporting and presentation of study results to the team, and making appropriate decisions on data obtained from imaging studies.
• Write and review research papers, and present at local and international conferences.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior researchers and/or graduate students.
• Demonstrate effective organization/project management abilities to efficiently manage time and work activities.

Job Requirements

• PhD in Virology/Immunology/Radiopharmaceutical Sciences or related disciplines.
• Experience in multimodality imaging and image analysis (including PET, SPECT, CT, fluorescence, and/or optical imaging) within the infectious diseases and immunology domain.
• Background in virology, molecular biology, cell biology and oncology.
• Possesses experience in mouse studies (injection, anatomy, necropsy, pathology) required.
• Proven track record of academic publications, including writing/drafting first author papers.
• Self-motivated individual, enthusiastic to take initiatives, as well as able to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Demonstrate excellent communication, technical independence, analytical and problem-solving skills.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal.

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The National University of Singapore invites applications for Senior Research Fellow (Health Services Research) in the Centre for Research in Health Systems Performance, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine.

About the Centre for Research in Health Systems Performance (CRiHSP)

Optimizing the performance of health systems is essential to ensuring the wellbeing and longevity of populations worldwide. Singapore is particularly well placed to lead research in this field as its health system has been consistently ranked as one of the best in the world based in independent evaluation with the Global Burden of Disease data. The new Centre for Research in Health Systems Performance (CRiHSP) aims to advance research in this area within the Yon Loo Lin School of Medicine of the National University of Singapore (NUS) as the leading centre for research in health systems in Asia with the following core functions:

1. Research: empirical and methodological research and evidence synthesis on health systems performance with a particular focus on Value Based Healthcare.
2. Health policy intelligence: health policy impact analysis aimed at policy makers, service providers, researchers, and the wider public.
3. Capacity building: formal postgraduate programme (from certificates to PhD), fellowships, mentoring, on-the- job and ad hoc training
4. Contributing to improving NUHS performance: expert advice on the development, implementation, and evaluation of flagship initiatives (including Healthier SG) aimed at making step changes in NUHS performance, and programme evaluation

Job Description

The multidisciplinary team of researchers in health systems (health services and policy researchers, data scientists, social scientists, and others), and administrators working in CRiHSP will provide an exciting and dynamic place in which people of diverse backgrounds collaborate towards the common goal of achieving excellence in Health Systems Research. The team will further benefit from a significant expansion in related fields and collaborations with the Department of family Medicine at the National University Health System (NUHS), the new Centre for Sustainable Medicine (CoSM) and the Centre for Behavioural and Implementation Sciences Interventions (BISI) at the School of Medicine and the Saw See Hock School of Public Health.

NUS offers highly competitive remuneration packages. The successful applicant will be offered an annual salary plus benefits commensurate with his or her qualifications, experience and expertise and will have access to travel support to disseminate research outcomes at international academic conferences.

The position is a 2-year full-time appointment at the academic rank of Senior Research Fellow (particularly strong applications at the level of Research Fellow will be considered). An option to renew the appointment for subsequent years will depend on performance and continued funding for the project. There is the possibility to move to tenure track depending on performance. Start date is flexible, with the position expected to commence in the first half of 2024.

Purpose of the post

CRiHSP is hiring a highly motivated and experienced postdoctoral researcher. The successful candidate will bring a combination of technical expertise in health services and policy research and evaluation combined with experience translating science and evidence into real-world change. They will make a significant contribution to setting up and developing the centre at this crucial stage in relation to its research, training, evaluation and engagement areas of activity. The successful candidate will report to the CRiHSP Director of Research. The role provides a rare opportunity to work at the centre of this rapidly evolving field, shaping the future of healthcare and clinical practice.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The responsibilities include:

• Establishing an independent research programme as aligned with CRiHSP priorities by securing external funding;
• Supervising of junior research staff in data collection, analysis and dissemination;
• Contributing to research programmes and projects led by other researchers in CRiHSP;
• Facilitating the integration and curation of clinical and other routinely collected data across (NUHS)
• Contributing to postgraduate course design and teaching and on the job training of evaluation fellows; and
• Mentoring of students and junior researchers.

Please note that this job description is not intended to be exhaustive. Duties and responsibilities outlined may be amended during appointment, in light of changing circumstances. In addition to these duties, the post holder will be expected to be flexible in their role as the CRiHSP´s capacity evolves.

Qualifications

Applicants will be evaluated based on the following selection criteria:

Qualifications

• A recognized Doctoral degree in Health Services Research, Public Health, Health Policy or a closely related field) with a strong post-doctoral research record (essential)
  

Experience

• At least 4 years' postdoctoral experience in health services research
  Proven track record in handling and analyzing healthcare data (essential)
  Track record of publishing in international peer-reviewed journals (essential)
  Researchers with existing research activities related to Value Based Health Care are particularly encouraged to apply
  

Qualifications

Skills and Personal Attributes:

• Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken (essential)
  Strong leadership skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team (essential)
  Highly developed problem-solving skills and adept at managing complex research data (essential)
  Evidence of potential to generate and maintain an independent stream of funding (essential)
  Outcome-orientation with excellent organizational and project management skills, and attention to detail (essential)
  Ability to work with culturally diverse populations (essential)
  

Application

Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Prof Jose M Valderas at jmvalderas@nus.edu.sg.

Formal application: Please submit your application, indicating current/expected salary, supported by a detailed CV (including personal particulars, academic and employment history, complete list of publications/oral presentations and full contacts of three (3) referees) as well as a cover letter outlining their motivation and suitability for the project addressing each of the criteria outlined above.

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal.

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

Research Assistant

We are recruiting a full-time Research Assistant to support the Principal Investigator, Associate Professor Natasha Howard, in the implementation and administration of research projects in the areas of health equity, infectious disease control, and global health.

Responsibilities:
The research assistant will focus on research and administration in infectious disease control policy and health system strengthening in the Asia region. This will include:
• Supporting qualitative and quantitative research, including contributing to design, implementation, analysis, and write-up of journal manuscripts and reports/policy outputs.
• Project management and administration for multiple research projects, including ethics review applications to NUS IRB and study country review boards, donor reporting, and liaison with relevant teams in NUS SPH and internationally.
• Assisting the PI in other day-to-day tasks as required.

Requirements:
• At least a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant subject area.
• Excellent academic writing and communication skills in English.
• Experience of successfully managing multiple tasks concurrently.
• Strong qualitative and/or quantitative research skills and experience, including at least some experience with conducting or analysing semi-structured interviews, and capacity/interest to learn social science methodology.
• Highly organized and able to work effectively under pressure, use independent judgement, produce high-quality quality work, and problem solve within time constraints.
• Able to work independently as well as with a team.

Desirable:
• Degree or relevant experience using social science methodology.
• Experience with Atlas.ai/NVivo and R or similar, and capacity/interest to learn.
• Experience of research in global health and/or health policy and systems.

Only Singaporeans/SPRs/residents with existing right to work in the country may apply for this position.

Recruitment is open immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Applicants should send the following documents during the job application:
1. Cover letter highlighting career goals and relevant experience
2. Curriculum Vitae, containing details of three named referees

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal.

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Asia Research Institute

The Asia Research Institute (ARI), National University of Singapore (NUS), invites applications for the full-time position of Research Associate to work on a major two-year research project funded by the National Heritage Board. The position is available on a full-time basis for 9-12 months.

Singapore citizens and permanent residents are eligible for Central Provident Fund benefits.

Job Description

The successful candidate will need to possess relevant experience and interest in the economics history of Chinese businesses in colonial Singapore. The ideal candidate must have a good grasp of English and Chinese to be able to handle business and accounting documents in both languages.

The candidate must also be a team player as he/she will be required to coordinate and communicate with our research team in the Religion and Globalisation Cluster and other relevant departments in NUS to produce deliverables, such as compiling and analysing data from business directories, producing reports on the progress of the research, and writing journal articles to present the research analyses and conclusions.

Job Requirements

The successful candidate should have at least a Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., economics, business, Chinese history) and a track record of good writing aimed at academia and a wider audience.

Applicants will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Interest and experience in the history of Chinese businessmen in Singapore and their networks.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English.
• Excellent Chinese skills as the candidate will be dealing with archival materials written in traditional Chinese.
• Organisational skills for administrative tasks.
• Report-writing skills.
• Inter-personal skills for liaising with partners and collaborators and organising events.
• Ability to work independently and effectively.

Terms & Conditions

1. Contract commencing in May 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter for an initial period of 9-12 months.
2. A competitive salary and excellent working environment.
3. All salary and benefits-in-kind are subject to taxation in accordance with Singaporean tax laws.
4. Other benefits that NUS provides and information about living and working in Singapore are available at this link 'Why Join Us'.

*Terms and conditions, according to university guidelines, are subject to change without prior notice.

Application Process

To apply for this position, please combine the following documents in 1 PDF and attach it under the CV column when submitting your application:

• Full Curriculum vitae
• Sample/s of writing
• Academic certificates and transcripts.

Interested candidates, please submit your application by 22 April 2024.

Evaluation of applications will commence on 29 April 2024 and will continue until a suitable candidate is found. Shortlisted candidates will be notified soon thereafter and interviewed in-person or online (via zoom), as appropriate.

For further enquiries about this position and/or about the Business Networks in a Global City: Chinese Merchants’ Records in Singapore since the Late 19th Century, research project, please contact Dr. Yu Kang: yu.kang@nus.edu.sg.

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal.

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The Heat Resilience & Performance Centre (HRPC) is a first-of-its-kind research centre, established at the National University of Singapore (NUS), to spearhead and conduct research and development to address the challenges arising from climate change & extreme heat.

We are seeking a Software Research Engineer who will play a key role in assisting in the development, execution and maintenance of the centre’s data lake. The data lake will not only serve as HRPC’s central archive of research data and findings but play an important role in the centres knowledge generation and hypothesis testing journey. The successful candidate will be part of a multi-disciplinary group comprising exercise and thermal physiologists, data scientists, biomedical engineers and researchers.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The main areas of responsibilities of the role will include:

• Building and maintaining HRPC’s data lake, while implementing functionalities agreed on with HRPC’s Data Manager and researchers;
• Develop and implement best practices and processes for HRPC’s data infrastructure;
• If applicable, collaborate with and learn from other teams brought in to work on the data lake with a view towards building in-house expertise;
• Provide guidance and training to researchers on how to use the data lake.

As HRPC expands the successful candidate will take on more responsibilities and progress towards potentially leading a team responsible for our data engineering needs.

Qualifications

Qualifications and requirements of the role are as follows:

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related disciplines;
• Familiarity with web and database development with modern tech stacks and technologies;
• Team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to build a collaborative working relationship with people at all levels.

The role is based in Singapore.

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