Full-timeEducation & tuition· Posted 15 Sept

Research Assistant/Associate

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Full-time hours

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DTUpper Changi

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Work mode: On-site
Experience: Some experience

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The Lee Kuan Yew Centre for Innovative Cities at the Singapore University of Technology and Design is hiring a full-time Research Assistant/Associate to support applied research and innovation projects on people, communities, and cities. You will join an interdisciplinary team working across behavioural science, urban planning, public health, sustainability, and community activation. The role suits candidates with a strong interest in mixed-methods social science research, social policy innovation, and community development.

What you'll do

Support the design and implementation of mixed-methods research studies

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Conduct literature reviews and evidence synthesis

Design and administer surveys, interviews, focus groups, and workshops

Conduct field observations and community-based data collection

Analyse qualitative and quantitative data using appropriate methods and software

Assist in stakeholder engagement, participatory design, and community activation activities

Support project management, coordination, and reporting

Prepare research reports, policy briefs, presentations, and academic manuscripts

Contribute to translating research findings into practical recommendations, interventions, and tools

Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary researchers and external partners

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The Centre may assign additional responsibilities from time to time, such as teaching or other duties aligned with its needs
Projects are conducted in partnership with government agencies, community organisations, industry partners, and residents
Depending on the project, there may be opportunities to work with digital platforms, spatial data, and emerging AI-enabled tools

Requirements

Bachelor's or postgraduate degree (MA, MSc, MArch, MPP or equivalent) in sociology, public policy, geography, urban studies, architecture, public health, psychology, community development, social work, behavioural science, environmental studies, or a related discipline
Demonstrated interest in applied social science research, real-world impact, and translating research into practical interventions, programmes, policies, or design solutions
Experience with qualitative and/or quantitative research methods, including survey design, interviews, focus groups, observations, workshops, or field-based research
Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to exercise good judgement and initiative in complex real-world settings
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present research insights clearly to academic, policy, practitioner, and community audiences
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within interdisciplinary and partner-facing teams

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