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Research Assistant (HSRPH/SS)

Research Staff

2026-06-29

Location

Outram Campus

Duke-NUS Medical School

Type

Staff / Administration

Start Date

28/04/2026

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree (stats/econ/data science preferred)
2+ years quantitative data experience
R programming
Data cleaning & analysis
Literature reviews
Strong communication skills

Research Areas

Health Services Research
Population Health
Health Economics
Implementation Science
Epidemiology
Data Science
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Research Assistant (HSRPH/SS)

Research Assistant (HSRPH/SS)

University-Level Unit: Duke-NUS Medical School

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Office of Research

Employee Category: Research Staff

Location: Outram Campus

Posting Start Date: 28/04/2026

Job Description

Duke-NUS embodies a strategic partnership between Duke University and National University of Singapore (NUS). It works closely with the Singapore Health Services (SingHealth) cluster which is a network of national specialty disease centres, hospitals and polyclinics, to advance medicine and improve lives through cutting-edge research and education. Together, Duke-NUS and SingHealth form an Academic Medical Centre that comprises a number of academic collaborations.

The Signature Research Programme in Health Services Research & Population Health (“HSRPH”) in Duke-NUS Medical School is a centre of academic excellence for research and education of health systems and services for the population in Singapore and beyond. Our research methods include implementation science, health economics, decision science, survey/qualitative research, quantitative medicine, epidemiology, and data science. The population health outcomes programme Duke-NUS has established provides a framework for evaluating and improving healthcare delivery systems nationwide. We are also developing a range of educational activities for healthcare professionals including short courses, graduate certificates, Masters course and PhD programmes.

  • Perform data cleaning, handling and analysis
  • Assist in drafting research abstracts and manuscripts
  • Assist in preparation of PowerPoint presentations to various stakeholders
  • Conduct literature reviews to evaluate the potential value of health innovations
  • Assist in preparation of evaluation reports for the health economics team
  • Extract data from existing databases and published literature
  • Support project management activities across different stages of research, including development of study objectives, study design, data extraction, data collation, statistical analysis, modelling, and stakeholder engagement, under guidance from senior team members.
  • Support secretariat and administrative functions pertaining to the health economics team at HSRPH

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline. Candidate with training in statistics, economics, data science, public health, epidemiology, or related disciplines, and with strong quantitative skills is preferred.
  • Minimum 2 years of working experiences with quantitative data
  • Adept at working with data, including processing raw data to visualise trends and deciphering patterns and ability to handle large data sets
  • Experience in various quantitative research methods is preferred.
  • Experience with R programming language, and willing to learn more applications
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
  • Able to work in a team, with dynamic reporting lines and multiple stakeholders
  • Able to work independently with limited supervision
  • Individual who is action-oriented, highly motivated and target-focused

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for the Research Assistant (HSRPH/SS) role at Duke-NUS?

A Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline is required, with preference for training in statistics, economics, data science, public health, or epidemiology. Candidates need minimum 2 years of working experience with quantitative data, proficiency in handling large datasets, and experience with R programming. Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently or in teams are essential. Explore research assistant jobs for similar roles.

📋What are the main responsibilities of this Research Assistant position?

Key duties include data cleaning, handling, and analysis; assisting in drafting research abstracts and manuscripts; preparing PowerPoint presentations; conducting literature reviews; extracting data from databases; supporting project management (study design, statistical analysis, stakeholder engagement); and administrative functions for the health economics team. Check tips on excelling as a research assistant.

💻Is experience with R programming mandatory for this Duke-NUS role?

Yes, experience with R programming language is required, along with willingness to learn more applications. Strong quantitative research methods and ability to process raw data for visualization and pattern recognition are preferred. Related skills in data science or health economics enhance candidacy. See research jobs requiring similar tech skills.

📝How do I apply for the Research Assistant (HSRPH/SS) at Duke-NUS Medical School?

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Applications are via the official link in the job post. Prepare your CV highlighting quantitative data experience and R skills. Tailor to health services research. Deadline is 2026-06-29. Use our free resume template and cover letter template for academic applications.

🔬What research areas does this role cover at Duke-NUS Outram Campus?

Focus on Health Services Research & Population Health (HSRPH), including implementation science, health economics, decision science, epidemiology, survey/qualitative research, quantitative medicine, and data science. Supports nationwide healthcare evaluation. Location: Outram Campus, Singapore. View clinical research jobs for related opportunities.

📅When does the position start and what is the employment type?

Posting starts 28/04/2026, with application deadline 2026-06-29. Employment type is Research Staff under Staff/Administration, full-time at Outram Campus. Action-oriented, team-based role with dynamic reporting.
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