Research Assistant (1-year contract), SOSS

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Singapore Management University is a place where high-level professionalism blends together with a healthy informality. The 'family-like' atmosphere among the SMU community fosters a culture where employees work, plan, organise and play together - building a strong collegiality and morale within the university.

Our commitment to attract and retain talent is ongoing. We offer attractive benefits and welfare, competitive compensation packages, and generous professional development opportunities - all to meet the work-life needs of our staff. No wonder, then, that SMU continues to be given numerous awards and recognition for its human resource excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is for School of Social Sciences (SOSS).

• Conducting reviews of academic and grey literature (media reports, white papers, policy documents).
• Assist with qualitative data collection, including interviews and observations.
• Organize and manage data gathering for the project.
• Support qualitative data coding and thematic analysis using established research frameworks.
• Contribute to research reports, presentations, manuscripts, and other project deliverables.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in sociology, global studies, or other related disciplines.
• Experience in conducting in-depth interviews.
• Ability to identify and review academic writing and scholarship.
• Knowledge of qualitative data analysis software such as NVivo.
• Strong attention to detail in organizing research material and data.
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Knowledge of and experience working in Southeast Asia.
• Willingness to travel within Southeast Asia.

OTHER INFORMATION

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Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - Singapore Management University