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The Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health (SSHSPH), National University of Singapore (NUS), is inviting applications for full-time Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor appointments on the tenure/research/practice track. For tenure-track appointments, appointees are given fixed contracts for up to 7 years, with the goal of obtaining tenured appointments at the end of this period. In addition to an attractive salary and benefits package, new faculty members may be eligible for a start-up grant to initiate their independent stream of research and subsidised university accommodation.
Check the available positions below to find a good fit for you:
Professionals
Responsibilities
- Establishing and leading an independent research agenda through securing extramural funding.
- Developing and participating in collaborative, multidisciplinary research initiatives.
- Designing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in public health.
- Supervising and advising postgraduate students.
- Contributing to policy and community development efforts in the field of public health.
Areas of Focus
- Development and optimisation of AI, machine learning methods, and data analytics to enhance the quality of care and population health management solutions.
- Creating AI-driven tools for disease prediction, prevention, and management to improve early detection and intervention strategies.
- Leveraging AI to enhance public health surveillance and response systems, enabling more effective monitoring and management of public health issues.
- Promoting the systemic uptake of research findings to advance positive outcomes in clinical, organisational, or policy contexts.
- Candidates with experience in AI research involving representation learning, causality in machine learning, and continual learning are preferred.
Requirements
- A recognised Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline with a strong post-doctoral professional and/or academic record; OR a qualified medical professional with postgraduate specialisation in occupational health, occupational medicine, or preventive medicine.
- Proven track record of publishing in high-impact international peer-reviewed journals.
- Experience in leading independent research studies or components within larger research programmes, and/or developing, leading, implementing and evaluating projects and programmes.
- Ability to generate and sustain an independent stream of research funding.
- Ability to teach public health courses at various levels (undergraduate, graduate and lifelong learners).
- Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to work with and teach culturally diverse audiences.
Responsibilities
- Establishing and leading an independent research agenda through securing extramural funding.
- Developing and participating in collaborative, multidisciplinary research initiatives.
- Designing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in public health.
- Supervising and advising postgraduate students.
- Contributing to policy and community development efforts in the field of public health.
Areas of Focus
- Conducting methodological research in areas across public health and healthcare analytics.
- Developing and applying innovative statistical methods and computational tools to address the emerging needs of modern health data science, such as mining of large epidemiological and omics datasets, utilisation of cutting-edge artificial intelligence methods for healthcare data, and clinical trial design and analysis.
- Candidates with experience in applying statistical methods to areas such as cancer research, epidemiological studies, health promotion, physical activity, nutrition, and primary care are preferred.
Requirements
- A recognised Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline with a strong post-doctoral professional and/or academic record; OR a qualified medical professional with postgraduate specialisation in occupational health, occupational medicine, or preventive medicine.
- Proven track record of publishing in high-impact international peer-reviewed journals.
- Experience in leading independent research studies or components within larger research programmes, and/or developing, leading, implementing and evaluating projects and programmes.
- Ability to generate and sustain an independent stream of research funding.
- Ability to teach public health courses at various levels (undergraduate, graduate and lifelong learners).
- Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to work with and teach culturally diverse audiences.
Responsibilities
- Establishing and leading an independent research agenda through securing extramural funding.
- Developing and participating in collaborative, multidisciplinary research initiatives.
- Designing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in public health.
- Supervising and advising postgraduate students.
- Contributing to policy and community development efforts in the field of public health.
Areas of Focus
- Investigating the distribution and determinants of non-communicable and infectious diseases in populations and applying epidemiological methods to understand disease patterns and identify risk factors.
- Developing and applying mathematical models to predict disease trends and evaluate the potential impact of interventions, supporting the formulation of effective public health strategies and policies.
- Simulating disease transmission dynamics and intervention scenarios to assess the potential impacts of public health interventions, enhancing preparedness and response strategies for disease outbreaks.
- Engaging with SSHSPH’s large-scale cohort studies, such as the Singapore Chinese Health Study (SCHS) and the Singapore Multi-Ethnic Cohort (MEC) Study, to contribute to the development and utilisation of these cohort studies and to conduct translational epidemiological research that informs the development of effective public health interventions.
Requirements
- A recognised Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline with a strong post-doctoral professional and/or academic record; OR a qualified medical professional with postgraduate specialisation in occupational health, occupational medicine, or preventive medicine.
- Proven track record of publishing in high-impact international peer-reviewed journals.
- Experience in leading independent research studies or components within larger research programmes, and/or developing, leading, implementing and evaluating projects and programmes.
- Ability to generate and sustain an independent stream of research funding.
- Ability to teach public health courses at various levels (undergraduate, graduate and lifelong learners).
- Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to work with and teach culturally diverse audiences.
Responsibilities
- Establishing and leading an independent research agenda through securing extramural funding.
- Developing and participating in collaborative, multidisciplinary research initiatives.
- Designing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in public health.
- Supervising and advising postgraduate students.
- Contributing to policy and community development efforts in the field of public health.
Areas of Focus
- Assessing the economic impact of public health interventions and health technologies to provide evidence-based guidance for policy decisions.
- Conducting comparative effectiveness analyses through systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and real-world evidence analysis to determine the economic viability and impact of public health programmes and policies, and to identify the most cost-effective public health interventions.
- Developing and applying economic theories and models to support efficient and equitable healthcare resource allocation and priority setting, optimising healthcare delivery and improving health outcomes.
Requirements
- A recognised Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline with a strong post-doctoral professional and/or academic record; OR a qualified medical professional with postgraduate specialisation in occupational health, occupational medicine, or preventive medicine.
- Proven track record of publishing in high-impact international peer-reviewed journals.
- Experience in leading independent research studies or components within larger research programmes, and/or developing, leading, implementing and evaluating projects and programmes.
- Ability to generate and sustain an independent stream of research funding.
- Ability to teach public health courses at various levels (undergraduate, graduate and lifelong learners).
- Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to work with and teach culturally diverse audiences.
Responsibilities
- Establishing and leading an independent research agenda through securing extramural funding.
- Developing and participating in collaborative, multidisciplinary research initiatives.
- Designing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in public health.
- Supervising and advising postgraduate students.
- Contributing to policy and community development efforts in the field of public health.
Areas of Focus
- Understanding health disparities and contributing factors of marginalised and vulnerable populations
- Providing evidence and guidance to inform policy and programming to eliminate inequities
- Developing and testing social and/or technologically innovative solutions to eliminate health inequities
Requirements
- A recognised Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline with a strong post-doctoral professional and/or academic record; OR a qualified medical professional with postgraduate specialisation in occupational health, occupational medicine, or preventive medicine.
- Proven track record of publishing in high-impact international peer-reviewed journals.
- Experience in leading independent research studies or components within larger research programmes, and/or developing, leading, implementing and evaluating projects and programmes.
- Ability to generate and sustain an independent stream of research funding.
- Ability to teach public health courses at various levels (undergraduate, graduate and lifelong learners).
- Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to work with and teach culturally diverse audiences.
Responsibilities
- Establishing and leading an independent research agenda through securing extramural funding.
- Developing and participating in collaborative, multidisciplinary research initiatives.
- Designing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in public health.
- Supervising and advising postgraduate students.
- Contributing to policy and community development efforts in the field of public health.
Areas of Focus
- Conducting research on behavioural and communication theories and models, social determinants of health, and evidence-based strategies to understand their impact on socio-behavioural, environmental and health outcomes across diverse populations.
- Assessing environmental and behavioural change interventions to identify effective strategies for improved public health outcomes.
- Analysing population health needs and disparities using mixed methods and statistical approaches and evaluating healthcare systems and policies to inform the design of health promotion interventions for public and at-risk populations.
- Planning, implementation, and evaluation of sustainable and effective health promotion and disease prevention programmes and development of interventions that address health disparities and promote health equity.
- Contributing to the development, advocacy, and implementation of practice and policies that create supportive and enabling environments for public health improvement and disease prevention.
- Leveraging on organisational, governmental and community resources to create health-promoting environments and building partnerships and mobilising resources to support community-based health promotion initiatives.
Requirements
- A recognised Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline with a strong post-doctoral professional and/or academic record; OR a qualified medical professional with postgraduate specialisation in occupational health, occupational medicine, or preventive medicine.
- Proven track record of publishing in high-impact international peer-reviewed journals.
- Experience in leading independent research studies or components within larger research programmes, and/or developing, leading, implementing and evaluating projects and programmes.
- Ability to generate and sustain an independent stream of research funding.
- Ability to teach public health courses at various levels (undergraduate, graduate and lifelong learners).
- Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to work with and teach culturally diverse audiences.
Responsibilities
- Establishing and leading an independent research agenda through securing extramural funding.
- Developing and participating in collaborative, multidisciplinary research initiatives.
- Designing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in public health.
- Supervising and advising postgraduate students.
- Contributing to policy and community development efforts in the field of public health.
Areas of Focus
- Conducting high-impact research in health security, focusing on infectious disease control, pandemic preparedness, bioterrorism, and other health threats.
- Developing and leading collaborative projects that advance regional and international health security with academic institutions, government agencies, and international organisations.
- Contributing to the development of curricula and academic programmes in health security.
- Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses related to health security, public health, and global health.
- Engaging in community outreach and contributing to health security policy development at regional and international levels.
Requirements
- A recognised Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline with a strong post-doctoral professional and/or academic record; OR a qualified medical professional with postgraduate specialisation in occupational health, occupational medicine, or preventive medicine.
- Proven track record of publishing in high-impact international peer-reviewed journals.
- Experience in leading independent research studies or components within larger research programmes, and/or developing, leading, implementing and evaluating projects and programmes.
- Ability to generate and sustain an independent stream of research funding.
- Ability to teach public health courses at various levels (undergraduate, graduate and lifelong learners).
- Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to work with and teach culturally diverse audiences.
Responsibilities
- Establishing and leading an independent research agenda through securing extramural funding.
- Developing and participating in collaborative, multidisciplinary research initiatives.
- Designing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in public health.
- Supervising and advising postgraduate students.
- Contributing to policy and community development efforts in the field of public health.
Areas of Focus
- Evaluating the effectiveness of policies designed to address public health challenges at local, national, and international levels, using rigorous research methods to determine their impact and outcomes.
- Analysing and developing strategies to enhance healthcare delivery, patient-centred care, and integration of services across different levels of the health system.
- Conducting comparative research on health systems to identify best practices from various healthcare delivery models and to optimise health systems to meet evolving population health needs.
- Investigating the social determinants of health, health inequalities, and barriers to accessing healthcare services among diverse population groups.
- Developing strategies to reduce disparities and improve health equity through policy interventions and health system reforms.
Requirements
- A recognised Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline with a strong post-doctoral professional and/or academic record; OR a qualified medical professional with postgraduate specialisation in occupational health, occupational medicine, or preventive medicine.
- Proven track record of publishing in high-impact international peer-reviewed journals.
- Experience in leading independent research studies or components within larger research programmes, and/or developing, leading, implementing and evaluating projects and programmes.
- Ability to generate and sustain an independent stream of research funding.
- Ability to teach public health courses at various levels (undergraduate, graduate and lifelong learners).
- Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to work with and teach culturally diverse audiences.
Responsibilities
- Establishing and leading an independent research agenda through securing extramural funding.
- Developing and participating in collaborative, multidisciplinary research initiatives.
- Designing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in public health.
- Supervising and advising postgraduate students.
- Contributing to policy and community development efforts in the field of public health.
Areas of Focus
- Conducting research to evaluate the clinical effectiveness, safety profiles, and cost-effectiveness of new and existing health technologies in real-world settings.
- Developing and applying economic models and decision analysis tools to assess the impact of health technologies on public health outcomes, costs, and quality of life.
- Providing evidence-based recommendations to key stakeholders, including policymakers, NGOs, and industry, to advocate for the adoption and implementation of effective health technologies that maximise public health outcomes.
- Buidling HTA capacity and developing HTA frameworks and guidelines that ensure the efficient allocation of resources by healthcare institutions and regulatory authorities, leading to sustainable health systems at domestic and international levels.
Requirements
- A recognised Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline with a strong post-doctoral professional and/or academic record; OR a qualified medical professional with postgraduate specialisation in occupational health, occupational medicine, or preventive medicine.
- Proven track record of publishing in high-impact international peer-reviewed journals.
- Experience in leading independent research studies or components within larger research programmes, and/or developing, leading, implementing and evaluating projects and programmes.
- Ability to generate and sustain an independent stream of research funding.
- Ability to teach public health courses at various levels (undergraduate, graduate and lifelong learners).
- Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to work with and teach culturally diverse audiences.
Responsibilities
- Establishing and leading an independent research agenda through securing extramural funding.
- Developing and participating in collaborative, multidisciplinary research initiatives.
- Designing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in public health.
- Supervising and advising postgraduate students.
- Contributing to policy and community development efforts in the field of public health.
Areas of Focus
- Conducting research on the effectiveness of different healthcare financing models and systems, health insurance schemes, and financial protection mechanisms.
- Performing economic evaluations and cost-effectiveness analyses of healthcare interventions and policies to assess their impact on public health outcomes.
- Assessing the efficiency and equity implications of healthcare financing policies in addressing disparities in healthcare access, utilisation, and affordability.
- Developing models to simulate and analyse healthcare financing scenarios, optimal resource allocation, and financial protection mechanisms, and providing evidence-based policy recommendations to promote sustainable healthcare financing mechanisms and equitable access to healthcare services for all populations.
Requirements
- A recognised Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline with a strong post-doctoral professional and/or academic record; OR a qualified medical professional with postgraduate specialisation in occupational health, occupational medicine, or preventive medicine.
- Proven track record of publishing in high-impact international peer-reviewed journals.
- Experience in leading independent research studies or components within larger research programmes, and/or developing, leading, implementing and evaluating projects and programmes.
- Ability to generate and sustain an independent stream of research funding.
- Ability to teach public health courses at various levels (undergraduate, graduate and lifelong learners).
- Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to work with and teach culturally diverse audiences.
Responsibilities
- Establishing and leading an independent research agenda through securing extramural funding.
- Developing and participating in collaborative, multidisciplinary research initiatives.
- Designing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in public health.
- Supervising and advising postgraduate students.
- Contributing to policy and community development efforts in the field of public health.
Areas of Focus
- Investigating implementation bottlenecks and roadblocks that hinder the effective adoption of evidence-based interventions in real-world settings.
- Developing, optimising, and evaluating implementation strategies and methods to generate sustainable improvements in healthcare delivery and public health outcomes.
- Promoting the systemic uptake and integration of research findings into clinical, organisational, and policy contexts, and ensuring that evidence-based interventions are effectively implemented to advance positive outcomes in the health and well-being of populations.
Requirements
- A recognised Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline with a strong post-doctoral professional and/or academic record; OR a qualified medical professional with postgraduate specialisation in occupational health, occupational medicine, or preventive medicine.
- Proven track record of publishing in high-impact international peer-reviewed journals.
- Experience in leading independent research studies or components within larger research programmes, and/or developing, leading, implementing and evaluating projects and programmes.
- Ability to generate and sustain an independent stream of research funding.
- Ability to teach public health courses at various levels (undergraduate, graduate and lifelong learners).
- Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to work with and teach culturally diverse audiences.
Responsibilities
- Establishing and leading an independent research agenda through securing extramural funding.
- Developing and participating in collaborative, multidisciplinary research initiatives.
- Designing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in public health.
- Supervising and advising postgraduate students.
- Contributing to policy and community development efforts in the field of public health.
Areas of Focus
- Conducting research on occupational health issues, workplace hazards, and injury prevention measures to understand factors affecting worker health.
- Evaluating the effectiveness and impact of workplace health promotion and corporate health management programmes, including economic analyses, on the improvement of worker health and reduction of occupational illnesses and injuries.
- Teaching students and professionals on topics including workplace risk control strategies, health programmes, and best practices in occupational health and safety.
- Designing innovative national or corporate strategies and interventions to mitigate occupational risks and improve workplace safety and health, and developing evidence-based approaches to enhance worker well-being and productivity.
- Contributing to the development and advocacy of practices and policies to enhance occupational health standards and regulations, as well as providing advice and recommendations to industries, governmental bodies, and organisations to reduce occupational illnesses and injuries and promote a healthy and safe work environment.
- Candidates with experience in research on the prevention and control of exposures of working populations or surrounding communities, as well as health promotion programmes, are preferred.
Requirements
- A recognised Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline with a strong post-doctoral professional and/or academic record; OR a qualified medical professional with postgraduate specialisation in occupational health, occupational medicine, or preventive medicine.
- Proven track record of publishing in high-impact international peer-reviewed journals.
- Experience in leading independent research studies or components within larger research programmes, and/or developing, leading, implementing and evaluating projects and programmes.
- Ability to generate and sustain an independent stream of research funding.
- Ability to teach public health courses at various levels (undergraduate, graduate and lifelong learners).
- Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to work with and teach culturally diverse audiences.
Responsibilities
- Establishing and leading an independent research agenda through securing extramural funding.
- Developing and participating in collaborative, multidisciplinary research initiatives.
- Designing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in public health.
- Supervising and advising postgraduate students.
- Contributing to policy and community development efforts in the field of public health.
Areas of Focus
- Designing and conducting evaluations of public health programmes and interventions using mixed-methods approaches to assess programme outcomes, implementation processes, and contextual factors influencing programme effectiveness.
- Generating evidence on the effectiveness, efficiency, and scalability of public health interventions to inform decision making and policy development, leading to optimal programme design, implementation, and outcomes that promote public health.
- Building evaluation capacity by leveraging on organisational, governmental and community resources to enhance the sustainability and impact of public health programmes and interventions.
Requirements
- A recognised Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline with a strong post-doctoral professional and/or academic record; OR a qualified medical professional with postgraduate specialisation in occupational health, occupational medicine, or preventive medicine.
- Proven track record of publishing in high-impact international peer-reviewed journals.
- Experience in leading independent research studies or components within larger research programmes, and/or developing, leading, implementing and evaluating projects and programmes.
- Ability to generate and sustain an independent stream of research funding.
- Ability to teach public health courses at various levels (undergraduate, graduate and lifelong learners).
- Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to work with and teach culturally diverse audiences.
Responsibilities
- Establishing and leading an independent research agenda through securing extramural funding.
- Developing and participating in collaborative, multidisciplinary research initiatives.
- Designing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in public health.
- Supervising and advising postgraduate students.
- Contributing to policy and community development efforts in the field of public health.
Areas of Focus
- Conducting research on ageing-related diseases, disability prevention, and health promotion for older adults.
- Investigating the biological, social, and environmental determinants of healthy ageing and their impact on public health systems and policies.
- Developing and evaluating interventions aimed at improving health outcomes and quality of life in ageing populations.
- Engaging with public health agencies, healthcare providers and community organisations to implement and evaluate programmes targeting ageing populations.
- Advocating for evidence-based policies and practices that promote healthy ageing, mitigate age-related health issues, and address the unique health needs and challenges of ageing populations.
Requirements
- A recognised Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline with a strong post-doctoral professional and/or academic record; OR a qualified medical professional with postgraduate specialisation in occupational health, occupational medicine, or preventive medicine.
- Proven track record of publishing in high-impact international peer-reviewed journals.
- Experience in leading independent research studies or components within larger research programmes, and/or developing, leading, implementing and evaluating projects and programmes.
- Ability to generate and sustain an independent stream of research funding.
- Ability to teach public health courses at various levels (undergraduate, graduate and lifelong learners).
- Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to work with and teach culturally diverse audiences.
Research
Posting Start Date
28/05/2025
Job Description
The Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore (NUS), invites applications for a full-time Research Assistant/Associate position to support data processing and analysis for a large-scale and recurring population health survey.
This survey investigates and tracks the health status and lifestyle of local populations and aims to provide timely information on the studied populations’ health and risk factors for non-communicable diseases. Such information will support the formulation and evaluation of public health policies. The survey utilises quantitative methods and analyses responses to questions on health conditions and lifestyle habits, and collected data from health examinations.
Candidates will have the opportunity to conduct statistical analysis on large volumes of data, and apply research to drive meaningful impact. They will gain valuable exposure working with lead researchers with strong statistical background and stakeholders from organisations involved in policymaking and policy implementation.
Key Responsibilities
Research & Analysis
- Conduct quality check, and apply sampling frame and weighting on survey data.
- Run statistical analysis to assess population health trends and impact of public health policies.
- Work closely with Principal Investigators (PIs) and other stakeholders to design survey questions and methodology, manage ethics applications, and track deliverables.
Project Management & Stakeholder Engagement
- Work with data collection and processing teams to ensure data accuracy and quality standards.
- Engage with policymakers and national agencies to ensure survey relevance and impact.
- Translate survey findings into practical insights and policy recommendations for effective public health policies.
Knowledge Management & Dissemination
- Synthesise findings into reports and policy briefs.
- Contribute to knowledge-sharing activities, including public briefing of survey results.
Requirements
- Degree or Masters in Statistics or related field. (Master’s preferred.)
- Proficiency in SAS programming, including ODS.
- Proficiency in R programming
- Proficiency in quantitative research methods, particularly in survey design.
- Good analytical and writing skills, with the ability to translate research findings into practical applications, policy recommendations, and reports.
- Ability to work well in a team and to engage effectively with stakeholders.
- Work experience in survey and other quantitative research methods is an advantage.
Additional Information
- This is a full-time position based at NUS.
- Recruitment is open immediately, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
For further inquiries, please contact Ms Jacinta Chen (ephcij@nus.edu.sg) or Dr Rick Ong (rick.tweehee.ong@nus.edu.sg).
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Posting Start Date
27/05/2025
Job Description
Workpackage 4 – Mapping Population Preferences
The Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health (SSHSPH) at the National University of Singapore is inviting applications for a Research Assistant or Research Associate to contribute to Workpackage 4 of the Personalised Outcomes in Populations for Upstream Prevention (POPUP) project. This workpackage seeks to understand how Singaporeans perceive and engage with different modes of preventive healthcare delivery—ranging from digital tools to traditional face-to-face services—and how these preferences vary across demographic and socioeconomic groups.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in designing and administering population preference surveys and qualitative interviews
Assist in designing and administering population preference surveys and qualitative interviews
Qualifications
Familiarity with survey methods or qualitative research techniques
Desirable Attributes
- Prior experience with mixed-methods research or patient preference studies
- Familiarity with qualitative data software (e.g. Atlas.ti) and/or statistical packages (e.g. R or Stata)
- Experience in community health settings or working with underserved populations
- Interest in population health, digital health, and health equity
Terms of Appointment
- Full-time position based in Singapore
- Initial appointment for 12 months, with the possibility of extension
- Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience
To Apply
Please send the following documents by email to Prof Alec Morton at a.morton@nus.edu.sg:
- A cover letter outlining your background, motivation, and fit for the role (max 500 words)
- A two-page CV including the names and contact details of two referees
- A writing sample (e.g. academic paper, policy brief, or analytic report)
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Qualifications
Applicants are expected to possess a Bachelor or Master’s degree in related field such as Public Health, Social Sciences, etc
Posting Start Date
21/05/2025
Job Description
The Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore (NUS), invites applications for a full-time Research Assistant/Associate position to join the NUS Cambodia Program to support research projects and capacity-building efforts in global health.
The NUS Cambodia Programme started in 2014 and has been working closely with stakeholders across the research and policy ecosystem in Cambodia and in the region to conduct research that informs policy, build capacity through training and education, and foster regional dialogue on public health.
The Programme’s current research projects include maternal and child health, infection prevention and control, antimicrobial resistance and stewardship, infectious diseases (such as HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis), sexual and reproductive health and rights, non-communicable diseases, mental health, and health financing.
Candidates will have the opportunity to engage with local and regional stakeholders to apply research to drive meaningful impact. They will also gain valuable exposure to global health and work with an interdisciplinary team to contribute to improving the health and well-being of populations in the region.
Key Responsibilities
Research & Analysis
- Work closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) on research design, ethics approval, project implementation, and monitoring.
- Where necessary, support the team in literature review, study design, data collection and analysis, and grant applications.
- Conduct qualitative/quantitative data collection and analysis using robust research methods.
Project Management & Stakeholder Engagement
- Work with team members to harness expertise across the team and more broadly with colleagues in NUS to conduct, facilitate and support collaborative research projects.
- Engage with local and regional partners and stakeholders, including policymakers, funders, and community organisations, to ensure research relevance and impact.
- Coordinate engagements with stakeholders by organising meetings, liaising with partners and stakeholders through formal and informal channels, and supporting engagement efforts.
Knowledge Management & Dissemination
- Lead or contribute to the writing of academic publications.
- Synthesise findings into reports, policy briefs, and presentation slides for broader communications.
- Contribute to knowledge-sharing activities, including conference presentations, dissemination workshops, and sharing with stakeholders.
Additional Information
- This is a full-time position based at NUS.
- Recruitment is open immediately, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
- For further inquiries, please contact Associate Professor Siyan Yi at siyan@nus.edu.sg.
The grade of appointment will be accorded based on qualifications and work experience.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Qualifications
Requirements
- Degree in Public Health, Health Policy, Health Systems, Health Promotion, Social Sciences, Social Work, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- At least 1 year of research experience, preferably in global health, public health, community interventions, or nonprofit management.
- Expertise in qualitative and/or quantitative research, with demonstrable hands-on experience. For qualitative research, hands-on experience includes conducting interviews, focus groups, or participatory research and analysing qualitative data using suitable software. For quantitative research, hands-on experience includes conducting or designing data collection, developing statistical plans, conducting program evaluation, and analyzing data using software such as R or Stata.
- Strong analytical and writing skills, with the ability to report research findings for academic publications and broader communications.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team and engage with stakeholders, funders, policymakers, and community partners in a respectful and inclusive manner.
- Have experience participating in health projects in a low- and middle-income country setting or at the regional level involving several countries is an advantage.
Posting Start Date
21/05/2025
Job Description
The Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore (NUS), invites applications for a full-time Research Associate/Fellow position to join the NUS Cambodia Program to support research projects and capacity-building efforts in global health.
The NUS Cambodia Programme started in 2014 and has been working closely with stakeholders across the research and policy ecosystem in Cambodia and in the region to conduct research that informs policy, build capacity through training and education, and foster regional dialogue on public health.
The Programme’s current research projects include maternal and child health, infection prevention and control, antimicrobial resistance and stewardship, infectious diseases (such as HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis), sexual and reproductive health and rights, non-communicable diseases, mental health, and health financing.
Candidates will have the opportunity to engage with local and regional stakeholders to lead and apply research to drive meaningful impact. They will also gain valuable exposure to global health and work with an interdisciplinary team to contribute to improving the health and well-being of populations in the region.
Key Responsibilities
Research & Analysis
- Work closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) to lead research implementations, including study design, ethics approval, project implementation, data collection, and monitoring.
- Conduct independent qualitative/quantitative data analysis using robust research methods.
- Support and advise junior team members in study design, data collection and analysis, and grant applications.
Projects and Grant Applications
- Work with team members to harness expertise across the team and more broadly with colleagues in NUS to conduct, facilitate, and support collaborative research projects.
- Lead and facilitate engagements with partners and stakeholders, including policymakers, funders, and community organisations, to ensure research relevance and impact.
- Work closely with the PI and partners on grant applications, including writing technical proposals, engaging with collaborators and partners, preparing budgetary proposals, and liaising with funders.
Knowledge Management & Dissemination
- Lead, plan, and contribute to the writing of academic publications.
- Synthesise findings into reports, policy briefs, and presentation slides for broader communications, and contribute to or facilitate the translation of research findings to inform policies and practices.
- Organise knowledge-sharing activities, including webinars, dissemination workshops, and conference panel presentations with local and regional stakeholders.
Additional Information
- This is a full-time position based at NUS.
- Recruitment is open immediately, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
- For further inquiries, please contact Associate Professor Siyan Yi at siyan@nus.edu.sg.
The grade of appointment will be accorded based on qualifications and work experience.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Qualifications
Requirements
- Master’s degree or PhD in Public Health, Health Policy, Health Systems, Health Promotion, Social Sciences, Social Work, or a related field.
- At least 3 years of research experience, preferably in global health, public health, community interventions, or nonprofit management.
- Expertise in qualitative and/or quantitative research, with demonstrable hands-on experience leading or independently conducting research projects. For qualitative research, hands-on experience includes leading or independently conducting qualitative interviews or participatory research and analysing qualitative data. For quantitative research, hands-on experience includes leading or independently conducting study design, data collection, statistical plan development, programme evaluation, and data analysis.
- Strong analytical and writing skills, with demonstrable record including academic and/or non-academic publications.
- Ability to support the PI in leading an interdisciplinary team and effectively engage with stakeholders, funders, policymakers, and community partners in a respectful and inclusive manner.
- Have experience leading or participating in health projects in a low- and middle-income country setting or at the regional level involving several countries is an advantage.
- Design and lead analyses of proteomic and clinical datasets related to cardiovascular disease
- Develop advanced statistical models and innovative methodological approaches for heart failure research.
- Lead the writing of high-impact scientific manuscripts focused on heart failure and cardiovascular epidemiology.
- Spearhead developing and writing research grant proposals to secure funding for ongoing and future projects.
- Provide mentorship to junior researchers and research associates on analytical approaches and scientific writing.
- Lead collaborations with diverse experts, including epidemiologists, data scientists, and clinicians
- Contribute to strategic planning for the research group’s research initiatives
- PhD in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Public Health, Data Science, or related field
- Minimum 1-2 years of post-doctoral research experience in cardiovascular research or related field
- Advanced proficiency in statistical software (R preferred, Stata, or Python)
- Demonstrated experience in analyzing complex proteomic and clinical datasets
- Strong publication record with first-author papers in cardiovascular epidemiology or related fields
- Proven experience in grant writing and securing research funding
- Excellence in scientific writing and manuscript preparation
- Ability to work independently while effectively leading collaborative research initiatives
- Strong project management skills with ability to meet research objectives and deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Specialized knowledge in heart failure research
- Experience with proteomic data analysis
- Experience mentoring junior researchers
- Evidence of methodological innovation in epidemiological research
Posting Start Date
17/03/2025
Job Description
Applications are invited for the following full-time position in the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health within the Telehealth Core: Research Assistant (Software Engineer)
At the Telehealth Core we leverage technology & design to accelerate research and improve outcomes in behavioural health & chronic diseases. We focus on delivering tailored interventions in healthcare by building digital tools and harnessing the insights from users and patients.
If you are seeking purpose and impact in your career, we may be the right team for you.
Job Summary
We are looking for a creative and self-driven software engineer to implement innovative front-end designs. We seek to produce flexible and scalable mobile eHealth solutions. You will be part of an interdisciplinary team that is responsible for the development of the eHealth solutions from conception to deployment.
As a Research Assistant (Software Engineer), you should be comfortable with a variety of development tools, frameworks, and libraries. You should also be a team player with a can-do attitude to solve cutting-edge challenges through technological implementation.
Responsibilities
- Develop user-friendly, intuitive, and responsive mobile-first web interfaces based on provided design specifications.
- Apply styling techniques expertly to create interactive and responsive designs.
- Validate the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs to ensure effective implementation.
- Collaborate closely with the design team to effectively translate the vision into the website.
- Oversee and maintain the AWS infrastructure
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends and best practices, continuously learning and improving skills
Primary Qualifications:
- Demonstrable experience as a software engineer or in a similar role.
- Strong understanding of HTML5, CSS3, and CSS preprocessors.
- Proficiency in Javascript/Typescript.
- Proficiency in React.js
- Strong understanding of React Redux.
- Excellent understanding of user-centered design, planning, and customer engagement.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer
- Science, Design, or a related field.
- Minimum of two years of professional experience working with the mentioned tech stack.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with front-end toolings (such as Vite, Webpack).
- Familiarity with backend development and Node.js.
- Familiarity with Cloud Native Development (preferably AWS).
- Interest in digital health research.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following documents through the NUS Career Portal link in this post :
- Cover letter outlining research experience and qualifications that meet this job description. Please also note salary expectation.
- Curriculum vitae (maximum four pages).
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Company Overview
We are a research group and service core that develops eHealth projects. Our mission to create patient-centered technologies for great health and wellness outcomes. We believe innovation and impact are driven by great user experiences. View our projects at https://medicine.nus.edu.sg/nuhscg/core-facilities/telehealth-core/about-us/
Recruitment is open immediately, and will continue until the position is filled.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Posting Start Date
12/03/2025
Job Description
Research Assistant/Associate Policy Analyst – Population Health
The Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health (SSHSPH) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) is recruiting a Research Assistant/Associate Policy Analyst. The rapid population ageing in Singapore calls for innovative solutions. We aim to assess the impact of health promotion programmes (e.g. urban care farming, cognition training, etc) on the health and health-related behaviours of participants. This project will involve recruitment, assessment, and analysis of the research data. The candidate will also be working on models in policy evaluation. This is a full-time position based in Singapore.
Duties may include but are not limited to:
- provide programming support to a research project
- assist with recruitment and data analyses;
- manage large complex databases;
- conduct literature reviews
- contribute to the development of scientific papers and the dissemination of the study findings.
The appointed candidate should:
- Hold at least a bachelor degree
- be proficient in Stata or R and
- have experience in statistics, mathematics, econometrics, computer science, quantitative social science, public health, epidemiology or related field. Experience with C++ is preferred but not required.
The ideal candidate should demonstrate the ability to query large data sets and have excellent knowledge of quantitative methods in applied health and/or social sciences. Fluency in English, as well as demonstrably good writing and analytic skills are essential. Fluency in English is required as the candidate will deal with English-speaking stakeholders, such as conducting the research and meetings. The role will suit someone who enjoys problem-solving.
The position is for one year but can potentially be extended. The grade of appointment will be accorded based on candidate’s academic qualifications and years of relevant experience.
Applicants should send the following during job application:
- Cover note introducing themselves (no more than 500 words);
- A two-page Curriculum Vitae (only including relevant information), containing details of two named referees;
- A sample of published work and their roles in the projects, if applicable.
Interviews will be face-to-face for candidates. We are accepting applications until the position is filled.
Posting Start Date
24/02/2025
Job Description
The National University of Singapore (NUS) is recruiting a full-time Research Fellow at the ADVANcing Clinical Evidence in Infectious Diseases (ADVANCE-ID) Network, Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health (SSHSPH). Founded in 1905, NUS is consistently ranked among the world’s top 30 universities and Asia’s top 2 universities. It is an innovative, research-intensive university with over 36,000 students from 100 countries. ADVANCE-ID is a global network for infectious disease clinical studies. Our aim is to conduct rapid, cost-effective randomised controlled trials to deliver relevant and high-quality evidence to guide clinical practice. We hope to achieve this vision through equity (shared ownership), sustainability (build long-term capacity and trust) and engagement of key stakeholders (including clinicians, scientists, governments, industry).
The Research Fellow will play a critical role in a program that aims to develop and evaluate community engagement strategies to enhance public support for clinical trials establish regional hubs for ongoing engagement and create scalable frameworks and tools. The Research Fellow will conduct and disseminate research on risk communication, public perceptions and attitudes, and community engagement in clinical trial settings in Asia.
Job scope
- To work with the lead investigator on collaborative and international research with partner organisations nationally and globally (including NGOs, industry, hospitalsand other research and academic institutions).
- Design and conduct quantitative, qualitative and behavioural research; analyse,interpret, and compile data for both presentations and scholarly outputs.
- Prepare and coordinate research ethics protocols.
- Contribute to preparation and writing of research manuscripts and conference abstracts/posters.
- Assist in developing and submitting research grant proposals.
- Support the dissemination of research outcomes through appropriate channels and outlets including guidelines and policy recommendations.
- Be involved in capacity building in the region by supporting workshops and relevant training activities
- Assist with the supervision of research students, interns and research assistants where required.
Requirements and selection criteria
- Demonstrated experience in designing and conducting social or behavioural research with human subjects.
- High level research and data analytic capability in quantitative and/or qualitative research.
- Proficient in one or more of the following software: NVivo, R, SPSS, Stata, SAS.
- Experience in publishing in peer-reviewed international journals.
- Excellent writing and communication skills in English, as the candidate will be required to write scientific papers for publication in international peer reviewed journals and present work undertaken to a technical audience.
- Highly organized and able to work effectively independently as well as with a team.
The following requirements will be considered as an advantage
Research experience in one or more of the following
- Community/patient engagement in health/clinical research
- Risk communication in health/clinical settings
- Shared decision making among culturally and linguistically diverse patients
- Field experience in Asia
Recruitment is open immediately. The grade of appointment will be accorded based on candidate’s academic qualifications and years of relevant experience.
Applicants should send the following documents during the application:
- Cover letter highlighting career goals and relevant experience, and how they meet the selection criteria
- Curriculum Vitae
Qualifications
PhD Degree in a relevant subject area including Psychology/Behavioural Sciences,Health/Clinical Sciences, Implementation Sciences, or equivalent.
Posting Start Date
24/02/2025
Job Title
Research Assistant (Public Engagement)
Job Description
To develop and implement science communication strategies and contribute to local and international research projects
Duties & Responsibilities
- Develop and implement science communication strategies, including writing articles, blog posts and creating other content;
- Support in the development and organisation of public engagement events, seminars/ webinars, outreach campaigns and related activities;
- Conduct policy-relevant research on public health in Southeast Asia;
- Present research findings at national and international conferences and contribute to peer-reviewed publications;
- Support budget monitoring and tracking of expenditure for research programmes;
Other duties in support of the team and related to the role.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Public Health or a related field
- Previous experience in science communication and public health research
- A good team player who is self-motivated and well-organised with the ability to work well under pressure and tight deadlines
- Strong interpersonal skills with good verbal and written communication skills
- Interest in sustainability, public health and climate change
- Familiar with IT systems and Microsoft Office applications
Posting Start Date
04/02/2025
Job Description
Applications are invited for the following full-time position in the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health:
Postdoctoral Fellow (Health economics and medical innovation)
Postdoctoral Fellow positions are available in the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore, to support the Principal Investigator Assistant Professor Wang Yi in research projects in the areas of health economics, early health technology assessment and medical innovation development.
The research team works on the crossroads of health economics and medical innovation development. We work on diverse projects including theoretical framework development, method development, and empirical works in collaboration with clinicians, medical innovators, and decision makers.
The successful candidate will be expected to perform research administration, conduct research, communication with collaborators, disseminate research findings, and participation in capacity building through conducting workshops for local and regional participants. The projects assigned to the candidates will be aligned with their skillsets and career goals. The candidates will be involved in other projects as well for continuous learning and peer support.
The candidates will be presented with various opportunities to further develop their skills to ensure personal growth. We welcome academic creativity and will be highly supportive of candidates who wish to either pursue academia or desire for career progression. The team will also support the candidates to develop their own research ideas and projects provided they show self-motivation and a good understanding of the field.
Requirements
- Applicants are expected to possess a PhD degree in related field such as Economics/Health Economics/Public Health/Statistics. The grade of appointment will be accorded based on candidate’s academic qualifications and years of relevant experience.
Applicants with following experiences and skills are preferred
- Experiences and/or research interest in health technology assessment, early health technology assessment, and/or medical innovation development
- Health economic modelling with Markov cohort model/ discrete event simulation
- Data analysis or data management using electronic medical records, clinical trial data, survey data, and observational data
- Systematic review and meta-analysis
Software requirement
- R, STATA, or other similar software
Recruitment is open immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, please send
- Cover letter highlighting short-term and long-term career goals,
- Curriculum Vitae containing details of two named referees,
- A sample of published work and roles in the projects, if applicable.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Data collection and management
- Literature review
- Data analysis using software such as R
- Research coordination
- Preparation of reports, presentations, manuscripts.
- Microsoft Office Applications, particularly MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint
- Experience in R, Python
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Posting Start Date
12/03/2025
Job Description
Research Assistant/Associate Policy Analyst – Population Health
The Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health (SSHSPH) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) is recruiting a Research Assistant/Associate Policy Analyst. The rapid population ageing in Singapore calls for innovative solutions. We aim to assess the impact of health promotion programmes (e.g. urban care farming, cognition training, etc) on the health and health-related behaviours of participants. This project will involve recruitment, assessment, and analysis of the research data. The candidate will also be working on models in policy evaluation. This is a full-time position based in Singapore.
Duties may include but are not limited to:
- provide programming support to a research project
- assist with recruitment and data analyses;
- manage large complex databases;
- conduct literature reviews
- contribute to the development of scientific papers and the dissemination of the study findings.
The appointed candidate should:
- Hold at least a bachelor degree
- be proficient in Stata or R and
- have experience in statistics, mathematics, econometrics, computer science, quantitative social science, public health, epidemiology or related field. Experience with C++ is preferred but not required.
The ideal candidate should demonstrate the ability to query large data sets and have excellent knowledge of quantitative methods in applied health and/or social sciences. Fluency in English, as well as demonstrably good writing and analytic skills are essential. Fluency in English is required as the candidate will deal with English-speaking stakeholders, such as conducting the research and meetings. The role will suit someone who enjoys problem-solving.
The position is for one year but can potentially be extended. The grade of appointment will be accorded based on candidate’s academic qualifications and years of relevant experience.
Applicants should send the following during job application:
- Cover note introducing themselves (no more than 500 words);
- A two-page Curriculum Vitae (only including relevant information), containing details of two named referees;
- A sample of published work and their roles in the projects, if applicable.
Interviews will be face-to-face for candidates. We are accepting applications until the position is filled.
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Research Assistant (Infectious Disease Modelling)
Research Assistant (Career and Public Health)
Research Assistant (Health Economics and Medical Innovation)
Requirements
- A recognised Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline with a strong post-doctoral professional and/or academic record; OR a qualified medical professional with postgraduate specialisation in occupational health, occupational medicine, or preventive medicine.
- Proven track record of publishing in high-impact international peer-reviewed journals.
- Experience in leading independent research studies or components within larger research programmes, and/or developing, leading, implementing and evaluating projects and programmes.
- Ability to generate and sustain an independent stream of research funding.
- Ability to teach public health courses at various levels (undergraduate, graduate and lifelong learners).
- Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to work with and teach culturally diverse audiences.
Application Procedure
Interested applicants should submit the following documents via email to the Academic Affairs Office, Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore:
1. Cover letter specifying your research and/or teaching interests and experience
2. Full curriculum vitae
3. Contact information of at least three references
Please indicate your interested position in the email subject line and send your application documents to the following contacts:
Miss Charmaine Tang Pei Si
Miss Chew Hui Ling, Laura
Miss Chua Wen Xi, Sophie
Academic Affairs Office:
Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health
National University of Singapore
MD1, 12 Science Drive 2 #10-01, Singapore 117549
For more information on NUS, please visit: www.nus.edu.sg. For more information about the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, please visit www.sph.nus.edu.sg. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.