Research Fellow (Innovation and Leadership)
Research Fellow (Innovation and Leadership)
University-Level Unit:
College of Design and Engineering
Faculty/Department-Level Unit:
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Employee Category:
Research Staff
Location:
Kent Ridge Campus
Posting Start Date:
06/05/2026
Job Description
The Research Fellow (Innovation and Leadership) will lead education and translational research in innovation, entrepreneurship, and venture development, with a focus on Singapore and the broader Asian context.
The role will contribute to strengthening IDEL’s thought leadership by generating evidence-based insights, developing high-quality teaching resources, and supporting curriculum innovation, while providing research and programme support for IDEL initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and conduct education research in innovation, entrepreneurship, and venture translation
- Develop case libraries, including Singapore- and Asia-focused case studies on startups, innovation ecosystems, and leadership practices
- Design and implement impact metrics to evaluate innovation programmes and outcomes
- Create interactive and experiential learning materials to enhance pedagogy in executive and academic programmes
- Conduct translational research on CDE startups, technologies, and innovation ecosystems
- Collaborate with faculty to integrate research insights into curriculum design and delivery
- Publish research outputs, reports, and thought leadership pieces to strengthen IDEL’s regional and global profile
- Support grant applications and research initiatives aligned with IDEL’s strategic priorities
Qualifications
- PhD in a relevant discipline or MBA
- Demonstrated research experience in innovation, entrepreneurship, or related areas
- Strong track record in academic writing, case development, or applied research
- Experience in curriculum development or educational research is advantageous
- Familiarity with startup ecosystems, venture building, or technology translation is preferred
- Open to Fixed Term Contract
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