The Research Assistant supports social science, arts, or humanities research projects through literature reviews, data collection, interviews, archival research, qualitative or quantitative analysis, and preparation of reports, presentations, or publications. Applicants typically need a relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree, strong research and writing skills, careful attention to detail, and proficiency with appropriate research methods or software. Experience with academic projects, surveys, interviews, statistical analysis, or qualitative coding is advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to work independently and collaboratively, manage deadlines, maintain accurate research records, follow ethical and data-protection requirements, and communicate findings clearly to supervisors and project partners.
Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is a major public research university located in western Singapore. It is known internationally for engineering, technology, business, sciences, education, medicine, and interdisciplinary research, while also supporting strong programmes in the social sciences, arts, and humanities. NTU operates a diverse, multicultural campus community and collaborates with governments, industry, and academic institutions worldwide. The university employs faculty, researchers, professional staff, and student employees across teaching, research, administration, technology, and campus services. Its research assistants commonly contribute to funded projects, fieldwork, data analysis, publications, and policy-oriented research. NTU offers access to modern facilities, extensive libraries, collaborative research networks, and Singapore’s highly connected academic and professional environment.
Singapore offers opportunities in universities, research institutes, technology, finance, healthcare, education, logistics, tourism, and multinational companies. English is widely used at work, while Malay, Mandarin, and Tamil are also official languages. The culture is multicultural, orderly, and strongly influenced by Asian and international traditions; food, festivals, and neighbourhoods reflect this diversity. Public transport is efficient, healthcare is high quality, and the island is safe, clean, and easy to explore, though housing and daily expenses can be high. Foreign employees generally need an appropriate work pass, such as an Employment Pass, S Pass, or relevant research or training pass, arranged with employer support. New arrivals should budget for rent, secure health insurance where required, and compare housing near NTU, including Jurong West, Clementi, and Boon Lay.
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