Research Fellow (Behavioural sciences/ Public health/ Communication/ Psychology)

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.