The Research Assistant will support research activities at the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, including literature reviews, data collection, database management, statistical analysis, fieldwork and preparation of reports or research papers. Applicants typically need a relevant bachelor's or master's degree in public health, epidemiology, medicine, social science, statistics or a related discipline. Experience with research methods and statistical software such as R, SPSS or Stata is advantageous. The successful candidate should be methodical, analytical and able to work independently while collaborating with investigators, healthcare partners and other stakeholders. Strong written and verbal communication skills, careful attention to detail, ethical handling of participant information and the ability to meet project deadlines are expected.
The National University of Singapore (NUS) is Singapore's flagship comprehensive university and one of Asia's leading institutions for education and research. Established in 1905, it offers programmes across disciplines including medicine, public health, engineering, business, computing, law and the humanities. NUS has a strong international outlook and works with governments, hospitals, companies and academic institutions on research addressing major regional and global challenges. The Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health focuses on population health, disease prevention, health policy, epidemiology and health systems in Singapore and Asia. NUS provides a research-oriented environment, access to extensive academic resources and opportunities to work with multidisciplinary teams. Employment conditions, benefits and progression depend on the appointment type, project funding and the candidate's qualifications and experience.
Singapore is a compact, highly connected island city with opportunities in universities, healthcare, technology, finance, engineering, public service and research. English is widely used at work, while Malay, Mandarin and Tamil are also official languages. The culture is multicultural, orderly and strongly influenced by Chinese, Malay, Indian and international communities. Public transport is excellent, and daily life is convenient, safe and generally fast-paced. Housing can be expensive, especially near central areas and university campuses, so newcomers often compare rooms, shared apartments and private rentals. International hires generally need an employer-sponsored work pass: professional roles commonly use an Employment Pass or S Pass, subject to current salary and eligibility rules. Researchers should confirm the appropriate pass with NUS before relocating. Plan for deposits, healthcare coverage, transport costs and local banking arrangements. Singapore's tropical climate is hot and humid year-round, with frequent rain.
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