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Research Assistant (Social Lab)

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Job Description

Core Responsibilities

  • Scoping and collating literature reviews
  • Collecting, cleaning, formatting, and analysing primary/secondary data using statistical software (SPSS / R) and/or survey platforms (e.g., Qualtrics)
  • Managing and running research-driven programming and events
  • Preparing documentation for research ethics board reviews
  • Preparing interview/focus group questionnaires
  • Assisting in the design of survey instruments and experiments, including sampling strategies, questionnaire development, and data-collection protocols
  • Managing some aspects of fieldwork administration including field interviewer briefings, project progress monitoring, and data quality controls, in partnership with a dedicated fieldwork operations team
  • Engaging and managing stakeholders across workstreams
  • Attending project meetings, briefings, and subject-matter-expertise seminars as necessary
  • Summarising project results and preparing progress reports for the PI and funding agencies
  • Writing papers, articles, reports, chapters, and preparing presentations for internal, stakeholder, and public consumption
  • Presenting findings or analyses for internal, stakeholder, and public consumption as necessary

Ad-hoc Responsibilities

  • Assisting with events and outreach associated with research workstreams, such as rapporteuring, planning, and hosting conferences and workshops
  • Other administrative tasks as assigned

Qualifications

To be considered for this role, you should fulfil the following criteria at a minimum:

  • Have an excellent academic track record, including a Bachelor's with relevant work experience.
  • Have strong grounding in quantitative methods and proven ability to handle and analyse large datasets.
  • Be familiar with statistical and programming software (especially SPSS, Qualtrics, and/or R) and data analysis.

Additionally, you will be favourably considered if you:

  • Possess strong English language communication skills, with an ability to write in a clear, engaging, coherent, and expedited fashion.
  • Exhibit keen interest in research pertaining to social issues, sentiments, and policies.
  • Possess experience in conducting survey fieldwork or other forms of research data collection.
  • Possess experience working with quantitative data in a research setting.
  • Demonstrate strong commitment to meeting deadlines and have a track record of producing work that reflects a maturity of thought.
  • Are highly attentive to detail and committed to data accuracy and quality.
  • Be independent and initiated.

More Information

  • Location: Bukit Timah Campus
  • Organization: Institute of Policy Studies
  • Department : Institute of Policy Studies
  • Employee Referral Eligible: No
  • Job requisition ID : 33979
  • Req ID: 33979

Job details

Title
Research Assistant (Social Lab)
Employer
National University of Singapore
Location
Bukit Timah Campus
Published
Aug 11, 2026
Closes:
Oct 10, 2026
Job type
Full time, Staff / Administration
Field
Laboratory and Research

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications do I need for this Research Assistant role?

You need a Bachelor’s degree with relevant work experience and a solid grounding in quantitative methods. Demonstrable skills in SPSS, R, or Qualtrics for data analysis are essential. Experience in survey fieldwork or handling large datasets is highly advantageous. More research assistant requirements can be explored on AcademicJobs.com.

💻What software and technical skills are required?

You must be proficient in SPSS, R, and Qualtrics. The role involves collecting, cleaning, and analysing primary/secondary data. Familiarity with statistical software and survey platforms is mandatory. Candidates who have used R for data manipulation and Qualtrics for survey design will stand out.

📊What are the main responsibilities of the job?

Core duties include scoping literature reviews, managing research-driven programmes, preparing ethics board documentation, designing survey instruments, and analysing quantitative data. You will also assist with fieldwork administration, stakeholder engagement, and writing reports and papers. For a deeper look, see how to get a research assistant job.

🏛️Where is the position based and which organisation is hiring?

The role is located at the Bukit Timah Campus of the National University of Singapore (NUS), within the Institute of Policy Studies. The institute is a leading think tank focusing on social issues, sentiments, and policies. Learn about similar staff and administration jobs on AcademicJobs.com.

📅How do I apply and what is the deadline?

Applications must be submitted before 10 October 2026. Prepare a tailored CV highlighting your quantitative research experience and software skills. For tips, read our guide on writing a winning academic CV. Check the Institute of Policy Studies website or NUS career portal for exact submission instructions.

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