"Research Assistant (FASS Research Division)"

Posting Start Date: 13/02/2026

Job Description

The NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences is a premier institution that actively builds peaks of excellence through the promotion of ground-breaking, high-impact research in innovative areas of relevance to Singapore and the Asia-Pacific.

Applications are invited to apply for a full-time position as Research Assistant (RA) at the FASS Research Division. The appointment will be tenable for a period of 1 year in the first instance, with the possibility of renewal.

The RA will primarily support the planning and execution of research-related events such as workshops, seminars and conferences. The role also provides administrative and communications support for the Research Division as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Events Planning and Management

• Coordinate end-to-end delivery of Research Division events, including timelines, logistics, and on-site support
• Liaise with faculty members, speakers, and other stakeholders to confirm programme details and event requirements
• Assist with publicity and communications for events, including event listings, invitation emails, brief write-ups, and post-event updates
• Manage event logistics: venue booking, catering, AV/IT coordination, security/access (where applicable), materials printing, signage, room setup, etc.
• Manage participant registration and communications, including attendee lists, confirmations, reminders, and post-event follow-ups.
• Support updates to the Research Division’s website and related online channels, particularly for event announcements and research highlights
• Assist with basic content creation where needed (e.g. simple visuals, short video clips, or social media posts)

Budget and Other Administrative Support

• Support event budgeting and financial tracking: obtain quotations, track expenditure, and assist with claims/invoice processing in accordance with University guidelines
• Assist Faculty Members with Research Cluster activities and budget
• Provide administrative support for other Research Division activities, including Singapore Research Nexus (SRN) matters, grant-related research communications
• Other ad hoc duties as assigned

Qualifications

• An Honours or Master’s degree in a humanities or social sciences discipline
• Research interests in humanities or social sciences
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Competency with Microsoft Office programmes and internet management tools
• Experience in managing budgets is an advantage
• Experience with the use of social media, blogging and in online content creation (videos etc) will be an added advantage.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Arts & Social Sciences

Department: Dean's Office (Arts & Social Sc.)

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID: 31795

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