"Research Fellow (East Asian Institute)(31326)"

The East Asian Institute (EAI) at the National University of Singapore is seeking a highly qualified Research Fellow with expertise in China’s AI/digital policies and global technological competition to join our multidisciplinary team.

About EAI: Established in 1997, the East Asian Institute (EAI) promotes academic and policy-oriented research on East Asian development. Our work spans contemporary China (including Hong Kong and Taiwan) and China’s economic and technological relations with Japan, Korea, ASEAN, and the world. We collaborate with regional and international institutions, convene conferences, and provide insights that inform public policy.

Position:

• Research Fellow
• Field: China’s AI/Digital Policies, Technology Competition, and the Digital Economy

Role and Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth research on China’s AI/ digital policy and global technological competition
• Contribute to EAI’s Background Briefs for a policy-maker audience
• Engage the public through commentary, op-eds, and public lectures
• Publish in top academic journals and on other highly reputable platforms
• Build partnerships with academic, industry, and policy stakeholders
• Contribute to the coordination and organization of EAI’s seminars, conferences and other relevant research projects (e.g. production of EAI’s journals or joint research reports)

Requirements:

• PhD in Political Science or a closely related field (e.g., Public Policy, Political Economy, International Relations, Law) or PhD in Science/Computer Science with a strong public policy background
• 6+ years of relevant experience in research or policy analysis
• Demonstrable track record addressing intersections between governance and technology (e.g., data governance, platform regulation, AI policy, industrial policy for strategic tech sectors)
• Proficiency in accessing, reading, and analyzing research materials written in Chinese, as required by the nature of the role
• Experience in coordinating and organizing conferences and seminars
• Collaborative team-player with strong project management skills
• Demonstrable expertise in two or more of the following:
  • China’s technological competition and industrial policy (e.g., semiconductors, quantum, advanced manufacturing)
  • AI/Digital policy and regulation (e.g., data governance, privacy, cybersecurity, cross-border data flows, algorithmic governance)
  • Platform and digital economy governance (e.g., antitrust, fintech, digital currencies, e-commerce, gig work)
  • International dimensions of tech governance (e.g., standards-setting, supply chains, export controls, geo-economic fragmentation)

What We Offer:

• Centre of Excellence: Join a prestigious institute recognized for impactful analysis and research
• Dynamic Environment: Work in a collaborative and intellectually stimulating setting
• Multidisciplinary Approach: Engage with experts across political science, economics, public policy and sociology
• Unique Geopolitical Position: Leverage Singapore’s role as a bridge between East and West to amplify research impact across governance and the digital economy

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit:

• CV
• Cover letter
• Two samples of published work (academic or policy-oriented)

Application Deadline: 15 January, 2026

Location: Bukit Timah Campus

Organization: East Asian Institute

Department: East Asian Institute

Job requisition ID: 31326

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