Senior/Research Fellow (CHILD)

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Senior Research Fellow/Research Fellow to join the Centre for Holistic Initiatives (CHILD) for Learning and Development, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore. CHILD brings together experts in the field of translational research, child health and development, and implementation science to accelerate the use of evidence in policy and practice and give every child the best start in life.

The successful candidate will support the Centre by i) conducting research projects aligned to the Centre’s strategy and key priorities, ii) preparing reports, publications and materials for funding bids, iii) providing supervision and mentorship to junior researchers, particularly in the area of mixed methods research, and iv) facilitating workshops and engagement activities. 

Job Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Work closely with the team leads, cross-disciplinary research teams and collaborators. 
• Design, plan, undertake and deliver research and evaluation projects using both quantitative and qualitative designs.
• Provide expert methodological and statistical advice to Centre staff across Centre projects.
• Provide advanced statistical analyses and data visualizations using R, Python, or STATA for presentation of important findings in policy briefings and peer-reviewed publications  
• Lead writing for reports, peer-reviewed publications, and grant proposals
• Contribute and lead, where appropriate, research dissemination activities at internal and external meetings and conferences.
• Provide supervision and mentorship of research students, assistants, and interns
• Work closely with stakeholders from across the early childhood sector.
• Carry out administrative duties as needed
• Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications

A PhD in Psychology/Behavioral Science/Developmental Psychology/Education/Public Health or a related discipline.

Experience: Candidates with experience in the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• Mixed methods applied research
• Multivariate statistical analyses and meta-analysis techniques using R, Python, or STATA
• Behavioural or Social Sciences applied to child health/development
• Implementation Science
• Programme Evaluation
• Education/Health Services or Applied Research

Skills

The candidate should also possess:

• Experience undertaking or leading independent research studies, as appropriate for career stage
• A strong grounding in mixed methods and applied educational, behavioural or health research – broadly defined
• Outstanding data analysis and visualization background
• Ability to search, summarize, and synthesize previous research in areas of interest to CHILD
• Strong project management and coordination skills, with attention to detail and critical thinking abilities
• Track record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals and presentations in international or national scientific conferences, commensurate with career stage
• Excellent command of spoken and written English with excellent communication skills to present findings to English-speaking stakeholders
• A team player with an ability to work independently
• Highly motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented
• Keen interest in the area of early child development and passion for research translation and communication

Application

Please submit your application, supported by:

•  a detailed CV (including personal particulars, academic and employment history, complete list of publications/oral presentations)
• a cover letter introducing yourself, career goals and earliest start date as well as your suitability and interest in the position
• a writing sample that reflects your analytic skills and communication abilities. 
• full contacts of three (3) referees to this job portal

The appointment title and salary grade commensurate with the candidate qualifications and experience. Interested applicants are invited to submit via the NUS career portal. Applicants can email childsg@nus.edu.sg with any questions. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

About CHILD

What Being Successful in the Role Looks Like The successful candidate will work closely, collaboratively, and competently as part of an interdisciplinary team within CHILD. They will have excellent writing, presentation, and project management skills. They can perform data analysis/data visualization, willingly learn from and share knowledge with others. He/she fits into, supports, and builds CHILD’s open and positive work culture.

About CHILD: The Centre for Holistic Initiatives for Learning and Development or CHILD was established under the umbrella of the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine (NUS Medicine) with the Lien Foundation. In collaboration with partners - the Centre for Evidence and Implementation (CEI) and A*STAR’s Institute for Human Development and Potential (A*STAR IHDP), CHILD brings together experts in the field of translational research, child development, and implementation science to help give children the best start to life.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine

Department : Dean-Med-Centre for Holistic Initiatives for Learning and Development

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID : 26964