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Research Associate / Senior Research Associate (YY/HSRPH)

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Job Description

The Signature Research Programme in Health Services Research and Population Health (“HSRPH”) at Duke-NUS is a centre of academic excellence for research and education in the organisation, funding, and delivery of health services. The programme focuses on public health and clinical service innovation in an increasingly complex and connected world.

We are seeking a Research Associate/Senior Research Associate to join our team at HSRPH. The selected candidate will work in the Impact Assessment Unit, which is a hybrid team of administrators and researchers from SingHealth and the Duke-NUS Medical School. He/she will assist a team of health services researchers and perform a variety of activities relevant to the planned impact assessment for health innovations, including but not limited to:

  • Conduct literature reviews to assess health innovations.
  • Assist in preparing evaluation reports for clinical and innovation teams.
  • Collaborate with clinical/research teams on data collection, analysis, writing, and grants.
  • Perform health technology assessments with guidance.
  • Help draft research abstracts and manuscripts.
  • Engage and collaborate with stakeholders.
  • Support secretariat and administrative tasks for the Programme.
  • Manage research projects including coordination and administration.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Job Requirements

  • Possess a Master’s Degree in Social Sciences, Public Health, or related discipline in health services research. Master’s in Public Health is preferred but not necessary.
  • Candidates with clinical background and/or some relevant experience within the academic/research/healthcare/public health sector will be preferred.
  • Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methods (e.g. SPSS, R) and the willingness to learn more application.
  • Experience in conducting health technology assessments will be beneficial.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel VBA or R would be beneficial.
  • Strong writing and presentation skills, with willingness to learn and contribute to manuscript and grant proposal development.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary workforce.
  • Action-oriented, target-focused with good time-management skills.

Applications should include the names of two referees in the CV.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job details

Title
Research Associate / Senior Research Associate (YY/HSRPH)
Employer
National University of Singapore
Location
Outram Campus
Published
Sep 15, 2026
Closes:
Nov 14, 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 Associate / Senior Research Associate role?

You need a Master’s Degree in Social Sciences, Public Health, or a related health services research discipline. A Master of Public Health (MPH) is preferred but not required. Candidates with a clinical background and experience in academic research, healthcare, or public health are especially competitive. Tailor your application using how to write a winning academic CV.

🏥What does the Impact Assessment Unit at Duke-NUS do?

The Impact Assessment Unit is a hybrid team of administrators and researchers from SingHealth and Duke-NUS Medical School. It plans and conducts impact assessments for health innovations, combining evaluation methods, literature reviews, and health technology assessments. You will support clinical and innovation teams with evidence and evaluation reports. Explore more in research jobs at Duke-NUS.

📊What skills or technical tools are most important for this position?

Key skills include quantitative research methods and qualitative research methods, with proficiency in SPSS or R. Experience in health technology assessment, Microsoft Excel VBA, literature reviews, and scientific writing is highly beneficial. You can strengthen these skills with guidance from how to excel as a research assistant.

🩺Is a clinical background required for this health services research role?

No, a clinical background is not mandatory, but it is preferred. The hiring team welcomes candidates with experience in academic research, healthcare, or the public health sector. If you have clinical or health services research experience, highlight it in your application. Browse clinical research jobs to understand related roles.

📝How should I prepare my application and CV for this Duke-NUS role?

Submit a CV that includes the names of two referees. Emphasise your Master’s Degree, SPSS or R skills, literature review experience, manuscript writing, and project management experience. Use a clear structure with a professional academic CV format. See this free resume template if you need a starting point.

🚀What career opportunities can this research role lead to?

This position offers excellent exposure to health technology assessment, impact evaluation, and grant writing in a leading academic medical centre. It can lead to advanced roles such as Research Fellow, Senior Research Associate, or health services researcher positions. Explore progression pathways in postdoctoral and research roles or related research assistant jobs.

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