Research Assistant/Associate (Research Operations & Programme Support)

University-Level Unit: Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Dean-Med-Healthy Longevity Translational Research Programme

Employee Category: Research Staff

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Job Description

Purpose of the post

The Healthy Longevity Translational Research Programme (HLTRP) is one of the largest programmes at Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore. Supporting a rapidly growing community of faculty and researchers, the Programme requires strong operational and process support to ensure that research activities, collaborations, and strategic initiatives run smoothly and compliantly.

This role supports the programme’s research productivity by strengthening research operations, coordination, and compliance. Embedded within a multidisciplinary research environment, the Research Assistant will contribute to research project tracking, grant and collaboration support, and operational processes that enable high-quality research outcomes.

Working closely with the leadership team, the role bridges research and operations to enhance productivity, ensure compliance with institutional requirements, and support the execution of research activities and partnerships.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. Research Operations & Project Support
   1. Support the coordination and tracking of ongoing research projects, including timelines, deliverables, and reporting requirements
   2. Provide operational support for the research core facilities hosted by the programme
   3. Assist in the preparation of research progress reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders
   4. Coordinate communication and logistics for research collaborations, including engagement with local and international partners
   5. Support the organisation of research-related activities such as seminars, workshops, conferences, and strategic meetings
2. Grant & Research Administration Support
   1. Assist in the preparation and submission of research grant applications, including collation of supporting documents and coordination with stakeholders
   2. Support post-award grant management, including tracking budgets, expenditures, and reporting requirements in compliance with institutional and funding guidelines
   3. Liaise with central administrative units to facilitate procurement, finance, and HR processes
   4. Support audits and reporting processes by maintaining well-organised and traceable documentation
3. Data, Reporting & Process Improvement
   1. Compile and analyse operational and research-related data to support decision-making and reporting
   2. Develop and improve workflows, templates, and documentation practices to enhance research efficiency and reproducibility
   3. Support knowledge management and documentation for long-term continuity of the programme operations
4. Laboratory Operations & Safety Support
   1. Support the coordination and optimisation of research space utilisation, including planning for equipment placement and shared facilities within TRP
   2. Maintain orderly and functional laboratory and shared research spaces, ensuring alignment with institutional guidelines and good research practices
   3. Facilitate day-to-day coordination within the research group and with neighbouring laboratories to support smooth research opera

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