Job Description

The National University of Singapore (NUS) invites applications for the position of Research Assistant/Research Associate as part of a collaborative partnership between the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) at the University of Washington and the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. The successful candidate will contribute to the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) Study, a landmark international research effort that produces robust, timely, and comparable estimates of health loss due to diseases, injuries, and risk factors worldwide. This role offers an opportunity to be part of a global network advancing data-driven health policy and research impact. More information about the study can be found here: https://www.healthdata.org/research-analysis/gbd.

Purpose of the post

We seek a motivated, detail-oriented researcher enthusiastic about applying data to real-world public health challenges and informing evidence-based policy. Appointments will be made on a 1-year or 2-year contract basis in the first instance, with the possibility of extension.

The Research Assistant / Research Associate will report to and work closely with the Principal Investigator and study team members to support the successful implementation of ongoing research cycles under the GBD Study. The primary responsibilities will include conducting systematic reviews, performing data extraction and preparation, supporting data analysis, and contributing to the dissemination of findings to key stakeholders.

Main duties and responsibilities

The Research Assistant/Research Associate will:

• Conduct systematic reviews and support data extraction, cleaning, and preparation for analysis.
• Support data analysis, including descriptive statistics, generation of graphs, tables, maps and other innovative figures to visualize health data.
• Contribute to key publications, including the development of manuscripts and associated publication materials.
• Assist in external engagement efforts, providing analytical and visualization support to local and regional partners, including the Ministries of Health and multilateral agencies across Asia.
• Assist with any other duties of a similar nature that are delegated by the PI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in statistics, biostatistics, epidemiology, public health, mathematics, social sciences, medicine, or other quantitative disciplines
• Strong interest in global health and health policy
• Prior research experience is an advantage, but not strictly required
• Familiarity with basic statistical or epidemiological concepts and data analysis
• Experience with R or Python for data wrangling and visualization
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work both independently and in a collaborative team setting
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Possesses a strong sense of responsibility and professionalism

Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to A/Prof Marie Ng at marieng@nus.edu.sg.

Formal application: Please submit your application, indicating current/expected salary, supported by a detailed CV (including personal particulars, academic and employment history, complete list of publications/oral presentations and full contacts of three (3) referees to this job portal.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine

Department : Dean-Med-Global Centre for Asian Women’s Health

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID : 29977