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LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT ROLES - SEN

WHY HAYS?

Hays Education works with an extensive network of schools, providing Learning Support and Teaching Assistants to SEN schools in Manchester and surrounding areas for over 25 years. We offer competitive daily rates of £95 - £115 and access to free online professional development training. You will also join our Hays Refer a Friend scheme where you could receive £250 for every successful referral. We also provide full holiday entitlement and access to exclusive jobs which are not advertised in the public domain. We will work with you on your behalf, meeting your requirements to find the ideal position that meets your needs.

ABOUT YOU

The successful candidate will have to have referenceable experience with Special Needs pupils in a school environment or equivalent. It is essential to have excellent communication skills in order to have a good working relationship with pupils, teachers and parents. With a good knowledge and understanding of what it takes to work with pupils with SEN, you will need to be a confident and patient individual who has competent behaviour management skills.

If you are looking for your next learning support assistant role in January 2025, and believe you have the necessary skills and requirements for these positions, please contact Amy Fitzgerald at Hays Education.

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Job Description

• Support full spectrum finance duties, including but not limited to procurement, payments, accounts receivables in line with hosting institutions and grantor guidelines
• Provide grant management administration, such as grant claims, progress report’s financial reporting and other grant variation request.
• Provide administrative support, such as assets management, filing, phone enquiries, mails collections, stationery orders, etc
• Provide finance and administrative support for Annual Scientific Meeting and assist in pre and post event activities
• Assist in other finance or administrative functions as and when required by team

Qualifications

Degree in Administration, Accounting or Finance, and minimum 2 years of work experiences

• Positive working attitude, proactive and willing to learn
• Good organization and communication skills
• Experience in SAP HANA, Ariba
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office application like Excel, Word, Teams, DocuSign and online communication application is an added advantage

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

A Research Assistant is needed to provide technical, research, and administrative support for ongoing projects in our flexible electronics laboratory.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct experiments under the general guidance of the Principal Investigator (PI) and senior researchers; monitor, document, and report experimental results and research findings.
• Collect, manage, and analyze data; assist in preparing reports and research summaries.
• Contribute to the preparation of scientific manuscripts and other publications.
• Support project management activities and provide guidance to master and undergraduate students.
• Coordinate with vendors for the operation, maintenance, and servicing of laboratory equipment and facilities.
• Assist with the procurement of consumables and new equipment, working with the department, CPO, and Finance teams on purchasing and payment processes.
• Work closely with the PI and lab members on research-related tasks, assisting in the smooth functioning of the laboratory and research group.
• Perform ad-hoc duties as assigned by the PI.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of relevant experience in a research or laboratory setting (preferred).
• Proficiency in laboratory safety protocols and adherence to best practices in a research environment.
• Willingness to work on a fixed-term contract.
• Strong ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, in English.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience in a research or team-based setting.
• A Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field such as Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field.

Chugai Pharmabody Research Pte. Ltd. (“CPR”) was established in Singapore as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Chugai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd (Chugai), a member of Roche group, in January 2012 and started operations on July 2, 2012. Located at Biopolis in Singapore, it aims to generate new antibody drugs based on Chugai’s proprietary antibody engineering technologies, such as recycling antibody®, sweeping antibody®, bispecific antibody, various Fc engineered antibodies, and other new antibody engineering technologies that are under development.

Research Assistant – Mid-size Molecule Unit

Job Scope:

· Peptide screening - ELISA, bead-based separation etc.

· DNA/RNA analysis - primer design, PCR, qPCR, purification (spin column, magnetic beads, ethanol precipitation, phenol chloroform extraction etc.), electrophoresis (Agarose gel, Urea-PAGE), NGS(Illumina) etc.

· Protein analysis - SDS-PAGE, western blotting, ELISA etc.

Requirements

· Lead identification screening in drug discovery

· Antibody, protein or peptide engineering

· Biopanning, such as phage display, SELEX, in vitro compartmentalization, microfluidics

· RNA-related analytics, protein purification, NGS data analysis, Biomek operation, etc.

· Degree in Biomedical Science/Biochemistry/Chemical Biology/Biotechnology/Molecular Biotechnology with 1-2 years of working experience in a related field.

· Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

Interested applicants are invited to email their detailed resume, as well as their qualifications, availability, current and expected salary to: recruitment@chugai-pharmabody.com

For more information regarding our Company, you may refer to our website at:

http://chugai-pharmabody.com/

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be notified

Duke-NUS embodies a strategic partnership between Duke University and National University of Singapore (NUS). It works closely with the Singapore Health Services (SingHealth) cluster which is a network of national specialty disease centres, hospitals and polyclinics, to advance medicine and improve lives through cutting-edge research and education. Together, Duke-NUS and SingHealth form an Academic Medical Centre that comprises a number of academic collaborations.

The Health Services and Systems Research (HSSR) Programme at Duke-NUS is a centre of academic excellence for research and education on the organisation, funding and delivery of health services. The programme’ s focus is on public health and clinical service innovation in an increasingly complex and connected world. The selected candidate will work in Cardiovascular Health Research Services Unit established under the CArdiovascular DiseasE National Collaborative Enterprise (CADENCE) national clinical translational programme. They will perform a variety of activities relevant to the planned economic evaluations for health interventions and assist a team of health economists.

Job Description

• Perform data cleaning, handling and analysis
• Perform economic evaluations in healthcare (cost analysis, cost-effectiveness analysis, cost-utility analysis or budget impact analysis) with guidance
• Assist in drafting research abstracts and manuscripts
• Assist in preparation of PowerPoint presentations to various stakeholders
• Conduct literature reviews to evaluate the potential value of health innovations
• Assist in preparation of evaluation reports for the health economics team
• Extract data from existing databases and published literature
• Manage projects from start to end with guidance (i.e. Develop research objectives and study design, perform data extraction and data collation, conduct data modelling, perform statistical analysis and engage and collaborate with various stakeholders)
• Support secretariat and administrative functions pertaining to the health economics team at HSSR

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline. Master’s Degree in Public Health is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of working experience with quantitative data
• Adept at working with data, including processing raw data to visualise trends and deciphering patterns and ability to handle large data sets
• Experience in various quantitative research methods preferred.
• Experience or training in health economics will be beneficial.
• Experience with R programming language, and a willingness to learn more applications
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work in a team, with dynamic reporting lines and multiple stakeholders
• Able to work independently with limited supervision
• Action-oriented, highly motivated and target-focused

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 the position of Research Assistant in the Department of Information Systems and Analytics, School of Computing. The School of Computing 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:

Key responsibilities:

• Build a tree based private blockchain system for the given specification. It is a tree structure with hash based dependency for validation similar to blockchain.
• Evaluate the tree based system for efficiency, accuracy, scalability, throughput and energy efficiency through simulations with varying data complexities.
• Build an application using the tree based structure and gather insights from users, developers or businesses leveraging BlockForest, focusing on ease of usage/integration and practical benefits.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree with Honours in Computer Science or related area;
• Good knowledge in Blockchain technologies; and
• Experience in research

Tai Chi is a mind-body exercise combining slow-flowing intentional movements with breathing, awareness and visualization. Rooted in the Asian traditions of martial arts, Chinese medicine and philosophy, Tai chi enhances relaxation, vitality, focus, posture, balance, strength, flexibility, and mood.

Qigong is an ancient Chinese healing art, older than, and similar to tai chi, with a focus of cultivating the body's vital energy or qi. It involves the coordination of the breath, posture, awareness, visualization and focused movements. Qigong may be a stationary or moving meditation.

Job Description

The Centre for Ageing Research and Education (CARE) is an academic research centre in Duke-NUS Medical School. Drawing on its multidisciplinary expertise and collaborations across medical, social, psychological, economic, and environmental perspectives, CARE’s research is situated in eight broad thematic areas: Population Health, Family Caregiving, Community-Based Health and Social Care Services, Productive Ageing, Falls, Ageing and the Environment, Health Communication, and Social and Psychological Aspects of Ageing.

CARE is a vibrant centre with individuals from diverse academic and personal backgrounds, and values the energy, passion, and thought leadership of promising scholars who desire to achieve health, social inclusion, and a high quality of life for older adults in Singapore. At Duke-NUS, CARE works closely with the Health Services and Systems Research (HSSR) Signature Research Programme, a centre of academic excellence for research and education on the organisation, funding and delivery of health services, and a focus is on public health and clinical service innovation in an increasingly complex and connected world.

We are seeking a full-time Research Assistant to join the team. The selected candidate will work across research projects, with the primary responsibilities including but not limited to the following:

• Perform data management including data cleaning, quality and consistency checks, and preparation of codebooks.
• Work with other researchers on interpreting and analysing quantitative data.
• Contribute to preparation of reports, policy and research briefs, presentations, and research papers.
• Conduct follow-up assessments of study participants over the phone.
• Support other project management tasks.
• Assist with other initiatives at CARE where required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology, Epidemiology, Gerontology, Public Health, Psychology, Social Work, or other related disciplines.
• Prior work experience in quantitative data analysis will be advantageous.
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to take initiatives to learn on the job and manage assigned tasks.
• Motivated and detail-oriented with the ability to work independently as well as with others in a multi-disciplinary setting.

Candidates with relevant work experience may be considered for a Research Assistant (Senior) position.

Please attach a cover letter and a CV, with names and contact information of 3 referees. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We regret that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

Duke-NUS embodies a strategic partnership between Duke University and National University of Singapore (NUS). It works closely with the Singapore Health Services (SingHealth) cluster which is a network of national specialty disease centres, hospitals and polyclinics, to advance medicine and improve lives through cutting-edge research and education. Together, Duke-NUS and SingHealth form an Academic Medical Centre that comprises a number of academic collaborations.

The Signature Research Programme in Health Services and Systems Research (HSSR) at Duke-NUS is a centre of academic excellence for research and education on the organisation, funding and delivery of health services. The programme’ s focus is on public health and clinical service innovation in an increasingly complex and connected world.

The selected candidate will work with a health economics team providing qualitative research method support to various research activities. They will be required to conduct interviews, focus groups and relevant qualitative analysis, mainly with patient groups, clinicians and healthcare stakeholders. The activities will be relevant to the evaluation of healthcare interventions and care models, including but not limited to:

• Interview clinicians and patient groups
• Manage protocols development for research projects and IRB applications.
• Develop interview guides, plan and conduct all relevant qualitative data collection activities.
• Use appropriate software to collect, manage and analyse qualitative data.
• Manage transcribing activities.
• Conduct literature reviews to find information for new research ideas.
• Assist in the preparation of evaluation reports for the health economics team.
• Extract data from existing databases and published literature.
• Manage projects from start to end with guidance (i.e. develop research objectives and study design, perform data extraction and data collation, conduct data modelling, perform analysis and engage and collaborate with various stakeholders).
• Assist in drafting research abstracts and manuscripts.
• Assist in the preparation of PowerPoint presentations to various stakeholders.
• Support the secretariat and administrative functions of the health economics team.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Public Health or other related fields.
• Minimum 1 year of working experience in Singapore’s healthcare setting
• Have experience with Singapore’s IRB applications
• Adept at collecting and working with qualitative data.
• Prior experience in various qualitative research methods and health services-related research will be advantageous.
• Proficiency with NVivo would also be an advantage.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently with limited supervision and in a team, with dynamic reporting lines and multiple stakeholders.
• Action-oriented, highly motivated, and target-focused.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The Duke-NUS Cancer and Stem Cell Biology (CSCB) Programme studies the causes and treatments of cancer and related diseases. The CSCB research groups have diverse programmes in both basic cancer biology and clinical-translational studies, with a special emphasis on cancers that affect the Asian community in general.

The selected candidate will play a key role in a natural products-based drug discovery program, conducting analytical chemistry, bioassays, compound management, molecular and cell biology, and biochemistry laboratory experiments under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or his/her designate, including but not limited to the following:

• Support all aspects of the research project.
• Conduct extractions and fractionation of natural products.
• Execute cancer and other mammalian cell culture assays.
• Carry out antibacterial and antifungal assays and assist with microscopy imaging of cells.
• Perform molecular and phenotypic analyses to understand mechanism of action.
• Conduct accurate monitoring, documenting and reporting of experimental results and/or research findings.
• Assist with general upkeep of laboratory needs, procurement of reagents, maintain safety protocols, provide technical support and establish work procedures to ongoing research projects.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described therein.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Biology, Pharmacology, or other related fields. Candidates with higher credentials may be considered for the Research Assistant (Senior) position.
• Familiar with organic and analytical chemistry techniques, including chromatography and HPLC.
• Demonstrated knowledge and possesses experience in cell and molecular biology techniques such as cell culture, western blot, RNA and DNA isolation, and RT-qPCR.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills with excellent written, and computer skills.
• Well-organised and excellent record keeping skills are a must.
• A strong team player who is open-minded, energetic, highly motivated and can work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team and diverse workforce.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The laboratory of Dr. Tang Hong-Wen within the Signature Research Programme in Cancer and Stem Cell Biology (CSCB) at Duke-NUS is recruiting a Research Assistant with strong enthusiasm and interest in muscles and muscle stem cells. The Tang lab’s scientific focus is to understand how muscle functions get impaired during aging and tumorigenesis. Dr Tang’s laboratory uses unique cross-species and interdisciplinary approach incorporating Drosophila genetics, biochemistry, cell biology, and mouse models, to identify new evolutionary conserved mechanisms underlying human muscle diseases and provide new therapeutic strategies targeting muscle wasting and mitigating the effects of aging.

The selected candidate will perform a variety of functions related to research under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or his/her designate: -

• Perform tasks and support all aspects of the research project.
• Conduct accurate monitoring, documenting and reporting of experimental results and research findings.
• Evaluate and interpret collected data and prepare oral presentations or written reports/ scientific manuscripts/literature for publication and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends and appropriate recommendations or conclusions.
• Contribute to some project management, provision of guidance to undergraduate/medical students.
• Assist with general upkeep of laboratory needs, maintain safety protocols, provide technical support and establish work procedures to ongoing research projects.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sciences / Life Sciences.
• Demonstrated basic knowledge, skills and expertise in supporting various research activities.
• Knowledge of the scientific background relevant to the research area.
• Laboratory experimental skills.
• A strong team player who is open-minded, energetic, highly motivated and can work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team and diverse workforce.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The Cardiovascular and Metabolic Disorders (CVMD) Programme houses state-of-the-art technologies for profiling mitochondrial function and metabolic adaptations in human patients and other model organisms, and undertakes translational and clinical research in cardiovascular and metabolic disorders.

Prof Derek Hausenloy’s laboratory aims to discover new treatments for protecting the heart from acute ischaemia/reperfusion injury and for preventing heart failure. We use a translational approach to research comprising cell models, rodent models (atherosclerosis, acute myocardial infarction and heart failure), nanoparticles for delivery of therapeutics to the ischaemic heart, and clinical studies.

The selected candidate will perform a variety of functions related to research under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or his/her designate, including but not limited to the following: -

• Perform tasks and support all aspects of the research project.
• Conduct accurate monitoring, documenting and reporting of experimental results and/or research findings.
• Evaluate and interpret collected data and prepare oral presentations or written reports/ scientific manuscripts/literature for publication and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends and appropriate recommendations or conclusions.
• Assist researchers in contributing to some aspects of the project management, occasional laboratory demonstrations and in providing guidance to undergraduate/medical students.
• Establish work procedures to maintain high efficiency and productivity of the laboratory. Assist with general upkeep of laboratory needs, maintain safety protocols, provide technical support and establish work procedures to ongoing research projects.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor / Master’s Degree in Sciences/Life Sciences with at least 2 years of relevant work experience in the design and conduct of experimental projects.
• Demonstrated good knowledge, skills and expertise in supporting various research activities including molecular biology, cellular assay, ELISA, and histology.
• Knowledge of the scientific background relevant to the research area.
• Laboratory experimental skills.
• Experience with cardiovascular research and animal work (rodents) preferred.
• A strong team player who is able to prioritise, multi-task and work collaboratively in a diverse workforce.
• RCULA certification will be an advantage.

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 Health Intervention and Policy Evaluation Research Centre (HIPER) (https://hiper.nus.edu.sg/) at the SSHSPH, NUS, is seeking to hire a highly organized and detail-oriented research assistant to support both administrative and financial functions within our research program.

This hybrid role will assist with a variety of administrative tasks, including scheduling, documentation, and communication, while also providing financial support in areas such as budget tracking, expense processing, and financial reporting.

The successful candidate will be proactive, capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously, and eager to contribute to the success of the research program.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative Support:

• General Office Management:Provide administrative support, including scheduling meetings, and preparing meeting agendas.
• Event Coordination: Help coordinate events, workshops, and courses, including managing and tracking applications, tracking payments, booking venues, preparing materials, managing participant lists, and liaising with participants.
• Communication: Serve as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders by managing the HIPER email account, responding to inquiries and providing timely information related to the HIPER department.
• Travel & Logistics: Assist with the coordination of travel arrangements, accommodations, and reimbursements for staff and guest speakers.

Financial Support:

• Budget Assistance: Support budget monitoring and tracking of expenditures for the research program. Ensure that financial transactions align with the approved budget.
• Invoice & Payment Processing: Process invoices, track payments, and maintain records of financial transactions, ensuring timely and accurate payment for internal transfer, guest speakers, and contractors.
• Expense Reconciliation: Assist with reconciling program-related expenses, credit card statements, and receipts.
• Financial Reporting: Assist to prepare basic financial reports, including monthly expenditure summaries and budget forecasts, to facilitate financial oversight and decision-making.
• Reimbursements: Process reimbursement requests, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to policies.

Cross-functional Support:

• Record-Keeping: Maintain an organized filing system for both administrative and financial documents, ensuring all documents are up-to-date and easily accessible.
• Data Entry and Reporting: Input and update data, maintain spreadsheets, and generate summaries and reports as needed to support activities and program management.
• Ad-Hoc Support: Assist the Center Manager and other staff with ad-hoc administrative and financial tasks as required to support the smooth operation of the program.

Working Conditions:

• Full-time position (42 hours per week).
• Standard office hours with occasional flexibility for program-related events or deadlines.
• On-site work
• The position is for one year but can potentially be extended.

How to Apply:

To apply for position, kindly share your CV and a cover letter that covers the following:

• Why you want this role and how it will further your long-term career aims
• How you meet the requirements of this post
• Your MBTI personality (https://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-test)

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Administration, Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred.
• Experience: Previous experience in administrative or finance roles is desirable but not required. Those with no experience are welcomed to apply, especially those with a background in business administration or finance.
• Skills:

1. Strong organizational and time-management skills
2. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
3. Basic understanding of financial processes and budgeting
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
5. Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Excel, SAP) is a plus
6. Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
7. Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment

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

Most of the world now live in cities. Liveable, sustainable and resilient cities are needed to face the looming challenges of climate change, the next pandemics, ageing populations and technological, social and economic disruptions such as what we are currently experiencing.

NUS Cities is a multi-disciplinary, open and inclusive collaborating platform comprising the following three pillars: education, research and advisory.

Education: Educate the next generation of students as well as current practitioners to take an urban systems approach to plan, govern, build and manage cities, using a strong case-based approach taught by both practitioners and academics.

Research: Taking a systems approach tacking some of our biggest urban challenges, and in the process, gradually developing a Science of Cities.

Advisory: Provide strategic advisory services to organisations and cities. NUS Cities will also partner other universities and research institutions locally and internationally, as well as with industry partners worldwide.

NUS Cities hence draws on the varied talent and expertise of the University in its colleges, faculties and departments and centres of excellence to drive research to better plan, manage, and govern, high-density, high-growth, sustainable, resilient, and liveable cities through an urban systems approach and systems thinking.

The full-time appointment for this Research Assistant position (Business Title: Associate, NUS Cities) is for a contract period of 1 year with the possibility of renewal.

Responsibilities 

• Establish and manage databases.
• Interpret and analyse data
• Assist in generating conference presentations and papers for submission to peer reviewed journals
• Collaborate across teams, assisting in multiple research projects at once
• Assist research PIs to ensure the successful and timely completion of the project(s)
• Any other tasks assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum Masters’ degree in a relevant discipline
• Candidates interested in Cities and any of the below research modules are encouraged to apply:
  1. Climate Resilience
  2. Ageing and Health
  3. Transportation and Land Use
  4. Urban Observatory
• Proficient in Data analysis and visualisation tools in quantitative research or any relevant software and tools
• Keen interest in Cities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Resourceful and self-driven
• Adaptable and able to multitask well with clear follow-through
• Commitment to the ongoing development of a positive organisational culture
• Willingness to contribute to a learning environment

The role is based in Singapore.

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

Most of the world now live in cities. Liveable, sustainable and resilient cities are needed to face the looming challenges of climate change, the next pandemics, ageing populations and technological, social and economic disruptions such as what we are currently experiencing.

NUS Cities is a multi-disciplinary, open and inclusive collaborating platform comprising the following three pillars: education, research and advisory.

Education: Educate the next generation of students as well as current practitioners to take an urban systems approach to plan, govern, build and manage cities, using a strong case-based approach taught by both practitioners and academics.

Research: Taking a systems approach tacking some of our biggest urban challenges, and in the process, gradually developing a Science of Cities.

Advisory: Provide strategic advisory services to organisations and cities. NUS Cities will also partner other universities and research institutions locally and internationally, as well as with industry partners worldwide.

NUS Cities hence draws on the varied talent and expertise of the University in its colleges, faculties and departments and centres of excellence to drive research to better plan, manage, and govern, high-density, high-growth, sustainable, resilient, and liveable cities through an urban systems approach and systems thinking.

The full-time appointment for this Research Assistant position (Business Title: Associate, NUS Cities) is for a contract period of 1 year with the possibility of renewal.

Responsibilities 

• Establish and manage databases.
• Interpret and analyse data
• Assist in generating conference presentations and papers for submission to peer reviewed journals
• Collaborate across teams, assisting in multiple research projects at once
• Assist research PIs to ensure the successful and timely completion of the project(s)
• Any other tasks assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum Masters’ degree in a relevant discipline
• Candidates interested in Cities and any of the below research modules are encouraged to apply:
  1. Climate Resilience
  2. Ageing and Health
  3. Transportation and Land Use
  4. Urban Observatory
• Proficient in Data analysis and visualisation tools in quantitative research or any relevant software and tools
• Keen interest in Cities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Resourceful and self-driven
• Adaptable and able to multitask well with clear follow-through
• Commitment to the ongoing development of a positive organisational culture
• Willingness to contribute to a learning environment

The role is based in Singapore