Deskripsi Pekerjaan
The National University of Singapore (NUS) is seeking a highly motivated, meticulous, and talented Research Associate or Research Fellow to join our leading research initiatives in the field of Behavioural Epidemiology and Digital Health. This role offers an outstanding opportunity to conduct cutting-edge, high-impact research at the intersection of public health, human behavior, and mobile health (mHealth) technology.
The successful candidate will work on innovative projects aimed at understanding health behaviors and developing digital interventions to improve population health outcomes. You will collaborate closely with a dynamic, interdisciplinary team of epidemiologists, clinical researchers, data scientists, and healthcare professionals to design research protocols, manage clinical studies, analyze complex datasets, and translate findings into actionable public health strategies.
At NUS, we provide a vibrant, world-class research environment, state-of-the-art facilities, and ample opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and career advancement. If you are passionate about leveraging technology to solve critical global health challenges and have a strong analytical background, we encourage you to apply for this exciting position. This position is ideal for individuals looking to establish a strong career path in digital medicine and epidemiology within one of Asia's top academic institutions.
Tanggung Jawab
- Lead or support the design, implementation, and coordination of behavioural epidemiology and digital health research projects.
- Manage large-scale health databases and perform advanced statistical analyses on longitudinal and cohort datasets.
- Develop, test, and evaluate digital health interventions, including mobile health applications and wearable sensor devices.
- Draft high-quality scientific manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed international journals.
- Contribute significantly to the writing and preparation of research grant proposals.
- Collaborate with local and international stakeholders, including healthcare practitioners, academic partners, and industry leaders.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior research staff, research assistants, and graduate students.
Kualifikasi
- PhD (for Research Fellow) or Master's degree (for Research Associate) in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Digital Health, Behavioral Sciences, or a closely related quantitative field.
- Strong quantitative research skills with demonstrated proficiency in statistical programming languages (e.g., R, Python, Stata, or SPSS).
- Prior experience in conducting research on behavioral epidemiology, mobile health (mHealth), digital phenotyping, or lifestyle interventions.
- Proven track record of scientific publication in reputable peer-reviewed journals, relative to career stage.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to present complex scientific concepts clearly.
- Strong project management, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.