Research Fellow (Behavioural sciences/ Public health/ Communication/ Psychology) Job at Nanyang Technological University Singapore, Singapore

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  • Nanyang Technological University Singapore
  • Singapore

Job Description

Established as a partnership between Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and the National Healthcare Group (NHG), the Asian Centre for Health Behavioural Insights & Interventions (HABITS) aims to improve population health through multidisciplinary and translational research to support interventions, policy and programmes; strengthen national capabilities through the integration of translational research into health intervention processes; and increase Singapore’s regional and international profile as a centre of excellence for health behavioural sciences.

We are looking for a Research Fellow to work closely with the centre’s Directors to manage research projects and to secure research grants. The role will focus on project management, research expertise, managing and day-to-day research operations, such as data storage, budgets, expenses, assets, and ethics approvals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage daily operations, including budgets, expenses, resources, etc.

  • Identify and secure funding opportunities from grants, partnerships and commercialisation

  • Lead research projects, including ethics approvals, data collection, analyses and dissemination

  • Develop relationships with academic, industry, government, and community partners

  • Represent HABITS at conferences, meetings, and other events

  • Collaborate with institutions and stakeholders to advance the centre's mission and reputation

  • Promote and communicate HABITS achievements and research impact through publications, presentations and media engagement.

  • Develop and manage HABITS’ digital brand assets, including websites, blogs and social media

  • Undertake any additional duties as required by the centre’s Directors

Job Requirements:

  • PhD degree in behavioural sciences, public health, communication and psychology or related fields

  • At least 5 years of full-time academic or market research experience preferred

  • Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methods and tools

  • Experience with academic publications

  • Background in behavioural sciences, public health, communication and psychology preferred

  • Strong administrative, communication and interpersonal skills

  • Experience with securing and managing research grants

  • Ability to develop strategic and collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders

  • Competent in soft skills / general personality traits e.g. information visualization, interaction design

  • Interpersonal skill (e.g. Ability to work independently / develop solutions under strict timelines, meticulous and eye for details / excellent organizational / time management skills)

  • Ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels

  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

  • Possesses international experience, with a strong network of contacts in the region.

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

Hiring Institution: NTU

Job Tags

Full time

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