The Research Fellow will conduct independent and collaborative research in communication, psychology, sociology, human-computer interaction, or related social sciences. Applicants are generally expected to hold a PhD in a relevant discipline, demonstrate strong research design and analytical skills, and have experience with qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-method research. A record of scholarly publications, conference presentations, grant or project involvement, and excellent written and spoken English is typically required. The successful candidate should be intellectually curious, well organised, capable of managing research projects independently, and comfortable working with multidisciplinary teams. Responsibilities may include literature reviews, data collection and analysis, manuscript preparation, stakeholder engagement, mentoring junior researchers, and contributing to grant proposals and research dissemination.
Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is a major public research university located in Singapore. It is internationally recognised for strengths in engineering, technology, science, business, education, medicine, and the social sciences. NTU combines a large, diverse student community with extensive research activity and partnerships involving government agencies, industry, and universities worldwide. Its research environment supports interdisciplinary projects addressing areas such as digital society, sustainability, health, innovation, and human behaviour. The university operates a modern main campus and provides researchers with laboratories, libraries, specialist facilities, funding opportunities, and international collaboration networks. NTU employs academic, research, professional, and technical staff from many countries. Benefits and employment conditions vary by appointment, experience, funding source, and university policy. The university is situated in the western part of Singapore, with convenient public transport links to other parts of the city-state.
Singapore is a compact, highly connected island with opportunities across universities, technology, finance, healthcare, government, education, and research. English is widely used in workplaces, while Mandarin, Malay, and Tamil are also official languages. The culture is multicultural, orderly, and fast-paced, with strong respect for professionalism, punctuality, and public rules. Lifestyle options include excellent public transport, diverse food, shopping, museums, beaches, parks, and lively neighbourhoods. Housing ranges from university accommodation and shared rooms to private apartments, although rent can be expensive. Research professionals usually need an Employment Pass, while eligible lower-paid roles may use an S Pass; the employer normally sponsors the application. Candidates should confirm requirements with Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower. Bring certified qualifications, budget for deposits and living costs, and arrange health insurance and housing before arrival. Singapore’s tropical climate is hot and humid year-round, with frequent rain.
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