Research Assistant

15 hours ago


Central Region, Singapore Singapore Management University Full time $40,000 - $80,000 per year
  • This position is for Lien Centre for Social Innovation (LCSI).
  • Research and Data Analysis

  • Assist in the administration and coordination of ongoing research projects.

  • Conduct literature reviews and synthesise findings to inform conceptual frameworks and research design.
  • Design and implement data collection tools such as surveys, interview guides, and fieldwork protocols.
  • Conduct quantitative data analysis using statistical software (e.g., SPSS, Stata, or R) and qualitative analysis using tools such as NVIVO.
  • Contribute to the writing of research reports and journal articles.

  • Fieldwork and Stakeholder Engagement

  • Support recruitment and management of research participants, including coordination with partner organisations and field sites.

  • Conduct interviews, focus groups, and simple surveys in community settings, when required.
  • Manage and mentor student researchers involved in LCSI projects.
  • Present research findings to internal and external stakeholders, including academic, policy, and practitioner audiences.

  • Administrative and Knowledge Dissemination

  • Support administrative duties related to research activities, including ethics documentation, budgeting, and project tracking.

  • Assist in organising LCSI's events such as workshops.

  • Any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • A Bachelor's degree in a relevant social science discipline (e.g., Sociology, Social Work, Economics, Psychology, Public Policy, Development Studies).
  • A Master's degree in a relevant social science field.
  • Demonstrated experience in both qualitative and quantitative research methods.
  • Familiarity with research and data tools such as NVivo, Qualtrics, Excel, and at least one statistical software (SPSS, Stata, or R).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write clearly and analytically for both academic and non-academic audiences.
  • Strong initiative, project coordination skills, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively in multi-stakeholder environments.
  • Proven ability to meet deadlines and produce work that reflects maturity of thought and methodological rigour.

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