"Research Scientist (Finance)"

Research Scientist (Finance)

locations

NTU Main Campus, Singapore

time type

Full time

posted on

Posted 5 Days Ago

job requisition id

R00023411

The Alibaba-NTU Global e-Sustainability CorpLab (ANGEL) represents a key collaboration between Alibaba Group and Nanyang Technological University (NTU). Supported by the Singapore RIE2025 Fund, ANGEL creates and deploys impactful green digital technologies for global sustainability.

ANGEL’s mission aligns seamlessly with Singapore’s national objectives, such as the Singapore Green Plan 2030 and the Singapore Smart Nation Initiative. ANGEL’s work in developing sustainable and equitable digital solutions and promoting a sustainable and green lifestyle will contribute to a smaller carbon footprint. Its holistic approach will help to secure a brighter, more sustainable future for humanity.

We are looking for a Research Scientist to help promote urban textile recycling and hence reduce negative environmental impacts caused by the clothing industry. The role will focus on finding useful nudging strategies to promote individual textile recycling behavior in sustainable finance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review relevant literature for the topic
• Design Difference-in-Difference experiments to test nudging strategies
• Control confounding factors that indirectly affect experimental results
• Analyze test outcomes using econometric tools
• Provide recommended strategies based on the analysis
• Deliver a final report that describes methodology, test results, and recommendations

Job Requirements:

• PhD degree in Finance or related field
• Technical hands-on experience in implementing Difference-in-Difference designs and analyzing micro-level (individual/transaction) panel data to estimate causal effects
• Familiarity with nudging literature and recent green policy and trends, especially for individual behavior
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency in Stata, SAS, and Python
• Competent in ability to work independently / develop solutions under strict timelines / excellent organizational / time management skills
• Entry level candidates are welcome to apply

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU