Industry: Research

Conducive working environment

Location: Town Area

Responsibilities:

• Conduct both quantitative (e.g., online surveys) and qualitative (e.g., focus group moderation) research to understand social trends and public opinion.
• Oversee research projects from inception to delivery, and coordinate research activities (e.g.,project management, data analysis, design questionnaires and discussion guides, respondent recruitment, managing respondents) amongst cross-functional teams to ensure timely and impactful insights.
• Assist with managing client queries, expectations and relationships.
• Manage accounts and contribute to sale pitch to potential clients
• Create highly actionable and digestible reports in PowerPoint.
• Present results of study confidently to external clients across working levels.
• Assist teammates in administrative tasks and operations, when required.

Requirements:

• Degree in any discipline with a passion for research.
• Experience in social research, and familiar with quantitative and qualitative methodologies.
• Must have focus group moderation experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and consultative mindset.
• Competency with Microsoft Office.
• Proficient in statistical software and qualitative analysis tools is preferred.

Job ID: LR3WR7R6

All Successful candidates can expect a very competitive remuneration package and a comprehensive range of benefits.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified

People Profilers Pte Ltd

20 Cecil Street, #08-09 PLUS Building Singapore 049705

+65 6950 9747

EA Licence Number: 02C4944

Registration Number: R1100011

EA Personnel: Carlo Antonio Dela Cruz

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The Centre for Banking & Finance Law (CBFL) at the Faculty of Law, National University of Singapore, strives to be at the forefront of legal developments in banking and finance. Its mission is to contribute ideas for improving financial systems at the national, regional, and global levels. The Centre aims to foster a vibrant community that generates scholarship, policy recommendations, and intellectual exchanges focused on enhancing the robustness, soundness, and stability of the banking sector, capital markets, and other financial services.

The Centre invites applications from qualified candidates in the field of banking and finance law to undertake research and contribute to its activities. It welcomes research proposals across all areas of banking and finance law, including but not limited to: digitisation, artificial intelligence, cryptocurrencies, ESG, AML, payments, trade finance, credit and security, and financial consumer protection.

BENEFITS

1. Employment on a full-time contract at NUS Law for one year.
2. A remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and experience.
3. Eligibility to apply for research and conference funding from CBFL to support attendance at academic conferences and to conduct field research, where required.
4. Allocation of a workstation within CBFL.

DUTIES

1. Develop and pursue a research agenda, including undertaking research projects on topics related to banking and/or finance law, with a view to publication in suitable journals, edited volumes, reputable blogs or other appropriate online media.
2. Present work-in-progress at CBFL research seminars with a view to refining it for publication.
3. Assist in other CBFL research projects and initiatives, as assigned by the CBFL leadership.
4. Attend and contribute to CBFL events.
5. Residence in Singapore throughout the term of appointment, subject to the standard NUS terms for annual and academic leave.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS

The applicant must possess strong organisational skills, self-motivation, diligence, the ability to meet deadlines, and keen attention to detail. Excellent command of the English language, both written and oral, is essential, along with demonstrated ability to independently produce publishable research.

The required academic qualifications are position-dependant:

Research Assistant
An appointment as a Research Assistant may be offered to an applicant who has a Bachelor’s degree in law and/or who has recently graduated with an LLB (Hons) with a First-class or good Upper Second-Class Honours (or equivalent) in law.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Applications are to be submitted via the NUS Career Portal. The application must comprise:

1. Cover letter
The cover letter should, among other things, explain your interest in the position. You are not required to express a preference for any specific listed position, as this will be determined based on your qualifications, background, and expertise. Additionally, the letter should include a statement outlining your research plans for the next one to two years.

2. Curriculum Vitae
A curriculum vitae should be submitted, providing comprehensive and detailed information about your academic institutions, honours, awards, complete publication record, and professional experience (both current and previous). Please include dates of employment and job descriptions for all roles.

3. Writing sample
Since the successful applicant is expected to develop their own research to a publishable standard, a writing sample must be included with the application. Ideally, this sample should relate to some aspect of your proposed research. Please submit the sample in Word format only.

4. Letters of Recommendation
The application must be supported by two references from academic referees. Applicants are requested to arrange for their referees to send their references to [email protected] by the closing date.

5. Closing Date
The closing date for the receipt of applications and references is Friday, 10 January 2025. Applications must be submitted at NUS Career portal.

6. Shortlisting and Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview on a date to be arranged. All applicants will be notified of the status of their application within two months of the closing date

Project Overview

The AMR IRG is an interdisciplinary community of biologists, engineers, and clinicians from MIT and Singapore, sharing a state-of-the art research facility and united by a commitment to providing a supportive intellectual environment where students and staff can learn, grow, and contribute to solving a pressing societal problem.

The objective of this project is to advance the field of RNA analysis by developing and implementing innovative analytical tools. These tools will be used in a comprehensive study of all forms of RNA -- the ribonucleome -- and the >170 RNA modifications -- the epitranscriptome -- in disease pathobiology, host-pathogen interactions, biomarker development, and therapeutic target discovery.

Responsibilities

The Research Engineer will plan and conduct experiments with the aim of studying the roles of RNA modifications in human immunue diseases. The candidate will work primarily on cell culture, RNA isolation, and chromatography-coupled mass spectrometry analysis. As part of this work, the candidate will prepare results for publication, be a liasion with the AMR IRG community, work with external collaborators, and develop strong experimental and communication skills.

Requirements

• B.S. or M.S. in biochemistry, molecular & cell biology, bioengineering, chemical engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in cell culture, RNA extraction, high-performance liquid chromatography or mass spectrometry are prefered. Strong proficiency in oral and written communication in English. Ability to work well with others and as part of a team.

To apply, please visit our website at: https://portal.smart.mit.edu/careers/career-opportunities

Interested applicants are invited to send in their full CV/resume, cover letter and list of three references (to include reference names and contact information). We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notifie

Join Our Team at the National Centre for Advanced Integrated Photonics, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

The National Centre for Advanced Integrated Photonics (NCAIP) at NTU Singapore hosts research activities in advanced integrated photonics domain.

Position Available: Research Fellow (Electrical Modulator)

Key Responsibilities:

• To be responsible for all the research activities related to electrical-optical modulator calculation, simulation and design.
• To study the resources of non-linearity of analog modulation by investigating carrier and photon dynamics beyond the linear regime.
• To be responsible for administrative and logistical upkeep pertaining to laboratory operations.

Job Requirements:

• Ph.D. degree in either engineering, computer science or applied physics or relevant subject from well-established universities/institutes.
• Must be highly motivated in multidisciplinary research. He/she must have proven experience in electrical-optics modulator.
• Good experience in electrical-optics modulator design.
• Able to work independently as well as in a team.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Nanyang Environment and Water Research Institute, NTU is looking for a Research Fellow with expertise in heterogeneous catalysis to develop improved catalyst formulations for conversion of plastic waste into carbon nanotubes and hydrogen.

The project is funded by National Environment Agency, Singapore to address one of the largest problems in waste management – the problem of plastic waste pollution. A significant fraction of plastic waste has substandard quality for mechanical and chemical recycling even after sorting and cleaning. The Research Fellow will use pyrolysis-chemical vapor deposition (CVD) technology for converting these plastic waste streams (specifically, contaminated and rejected plastics) into multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) and hydrogen. The role of Research Fellow is to develop catalysts that will allow to reduce catalyst cost and increase carbon nanotubes yield to make the process more economically viable.

Key Responsibilities:

The candidate will be undertaking full research work and administrative duties during the term of employment within the following areas:

• Catalyst formulation and testing in pyrolysis-CVD process;
• Liaising with toll manufacturers regarding the feasibility of scaled up catalyst production.
• Cost-benefit analysis for the developed catalyst(s).
• Publishing research papers and documenting developed intellectual property. Reporting the progress to stakeholders (internal and external).

Job Requirements:

• Ph.D. degree in a field relevant to heterogeneous catalysis (e.g., Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Environmental Engineering or other).
• PhD thesis or postdoctoral experience related to heterogeneous catalysis for at least one of the following areas: (a) catalytic waste conversion into carbon nanotubes and hydrogen, (b) catalytic single-walled and/or multi-walled carbon nanotube synthesis from any feedstocks.
• First-author publications in the areas mentioned above.
• High proficiency in English (e.g., TOELF, IELTS, GRE) for preparation of research papers
• Ability to prepare well-written technical reports and research papers.
• Ability to prepare decent quality presentation decks, figures and illustrations.
• Ability to build formal and informal partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Ability to consistently achieve results even under challenging circumstances and understanding what needs to be done to deliver the project.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About the position

Based in Singapore and supporting Singapore, Indonesia and Malaysia, you will contribute to the firm, by developing analysis and conveying insights to enhance clients’ decision making. You will play an active role in all aspects of client engagement: helping identify issues, forming hypotheses, conducting analysis, and synthesising conclusions into recommendations.

You will combine technical strength with a strong track record of leadership and performance in team-oriented environments.

You will work in a dynamic, intellectually stimulating, and demanding yet supportive environment. You will enjoy autonomy, the opportunity to substantially influence major decisions in the energy sector, and to grow into an industry expert under the guidance of senior members of the team with deep experience addressing major strategic issues at the world’s leading advisory firms.

The position suits a recent STEM graduate of a bachelor’s or master’s programme.

Key responsibilities

• Develop timely and rigorous quantitative analyses to enhance clients’ decision making
• Work closely with our modelling team, structuring economic problems into quantifiable analyses and deriving insights from the model results
• Contribute to our product development, by identifying new opportunities and expanding our capabilities
• Engage with clients to thoroughly understand their requirements
• Communicate findings to clients

What we are looking for

Required attributes:

• First-class or high second-class degree in a quantitative subject (Mathematics, Economics, Science, Engineering or Finance).
• Proficiency in English and Malay language is a must to be able to collect data and information from Singapore, Indonesia and Malaysia.
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex quantitative data and information.
• Evidence of strong performance in team-oriented environments.
• An ability to communicate and collaborate with both technical and non-technical parties.

What we offer

• The opportunity to substantially influence major decisions in the energy sector.
• Direct engagement with clients through Aurora conferences, workshops and webinars.
• The opportunity to grow into a publicly visible industry expert.
• A fun, informal and international work culture.
• Private medical insurance
• Access to employee discount platform - Perkbox
• Access to the Aurora Academy, our training programme offering a range of opportunities to develop your skills
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), offering a complete support network that offers expert advice and compassionate guidance 24/7/365, covering a wide range of personal and professional aspects.

The Company is committed to the principle that no employee or job applicant shall receive unfavourable treatment on grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership and pregnancy and maternity.

About us

From its academic roots, Aurora Energy Research has grown to be the largest dedicated power market analytics company in Europe, providing data-driven intelligence for strategic decisions in the global energy transformation. We are a diverse team of 600 experts with vast energy, financial, and consulting backgrounds, covering power, renewables, hydrogen, carbon, and fossil commodities.

We are active across in Europe, the Asia-Pacific region, and the Americas, working with world-leading organisations to provide comprehensive market intelligence, bespoke analytic and advisory services, and cutting-edge software. We are a thriving, rapidly growing company with offices across the globe and more opening soon. We currently serve around 200 of APAC’s most influential energy sector participants, including utilities, investors, and governments, and expect to continue to grow rapidly, adding new countries and products to our portfolio.

Job Description:

We are seeking for a skilled and motivated Quantitative Research Analyst to join our Quantamental Investment team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the development and implementation of quantitative trading and investment strategies. As a Quantitative Research Analyst, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research projects and contribute to the success of our investment strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough backtesting of trading strategies using historical market data to evaluate performance, identify potential risks, and validate assumptions.
• Demonstrate proficiency in calculating and backtesting various factors that drive stock returns, including but not limited to value, momentum, size, quality, and volatility. Identify and research new factors or alpha signals that have the potential to generate superior risk-adjusted returns, conducting rigorous analysis to validate their efficacy and robustness.
• Monitor and analyze real-time market data, news, and events to adapt trading strategies and make informed investment decisions in dynamic market conditions.
• Document research methodologies, findings, and results in clear and concise reports, presentations, and research notes for internal stakeholders and clients.
• Mentor junior members of the research team and provide guidance on quantitative methods, programming techniques, and best practices.

Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree or higher in a quantitative field such as Quantitative Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• No prior experience required in the equity market, with a strong background in factor investing strategies. Candidates with experience in China A-share market and US market are preferred.
• Proficiency in programming languages and tools such as Python, SQL, SAS, and C++.
• A keen interest in investment, strong learning ability, excellent teamwork skills, self-driven, and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Strong communication skills in both English and Chinese, with the ability to effectively collaborate with team members across different regions and departments.

The Laboratory of Surgical System & Service Innovation (3SI) is a multi-disciplinary laboratory that provides a platform for cutting-edge surgical health services research that informs healthcare systems, policies, and programs to provide high-value, patient centered care for patients and their families undergoing surgery.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic, meticulous, and responsible research fellow or senior research coordinator with expertise and experience in qualitative research methods to complement the team. You will be part of a holistic clinical and health services research team whose mission is to improve clinical outcomes for seriously ill patients in surgery.

Among others, your role will focus on qualitative and ethnographic research, and this may include assisting with study design, implementation, in-depth qualitative interview, coding, and qualitative analysis.

*Successful Applicant with Degree or Master's Degree as highest academic qualification will be offered Senior Research Coordinator position, while PhD holders will be offered Research Fellow position.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Qualitative research

• Design and implement new studies/ programmes
• Create interview guides and focus group discussion frameworks
• Conduct in-depth interviews
• Manage and organise field notes and recordings
• Transcribe audio recordings accurately
• Conduct analysis of qualitative data

2. Data Collection, Management, Analysis

• Gathering data from various sources and organizing it for analysis
• Performing statistical and data analysis techniques to generate insights from the data
• Data quality control – Ensuring accuracy and completeness of data through data validation and cleaning

3. Presentations & Data Visualization

• Analysis Report Generation: Producing reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations
• Data Visualization: Creating visual representations of data to effectively communicate insights
• Preparation of presentation slides and posters for submission to local and international conferences
• Preparing manuscript suitable for publication

Main Requirements

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree or PhD in the healthcare related fields, social sciences or psychology such as, but not restricted to: Sociology/ Anthropology, Social Work, or Public Health
• At least 5 years of work experience in non-research sector that demonstrates candidate’s ability to work independently and in a team, manage projects, analyze data, write reports and communicate effectively.
• OR At least 2-3 years of qualitative research experience (e.g., participatory action research, ethnographic research, evaluation research, culture-centered approach) which demonstrates candidate’s ability to work with qualitative research team, and conduct fieldwork in local settings with people from different walks of life.
• Demonstrate ethical considerations, sensitivities and competencies working with older adults and/or vulnerable populations.
• Interest in conducting both evaluation and exploratory research that impact policies and programmes relevant to health/serious illness/palliative care/ageing/surgery/disparities
• Experience in using NVIVO 11/12 qualitative analysis software
• Demonstrate versatility in conducting qualitative research analysis (eg. discourse analysis, grounded theory, phenomenological analysis, narrative inquiry, constructivist, thick description, reflexivity/ standpoint, political economic analysis)
• Able to work independently and interactively in a team setting, motivated, responsible and a fast learner
• Passionate about clinical and health service research to bring about positive impact to patients

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

We are looking for a research fellow for the project on ultraprecision fabrication of functional components with additive manufacturing and micro-scale surface treatment. The candidate is required to conduct design and manufacture of the bespoke fixtures and tooling for post-processing of the 3D-printed geometries to meet the industrial requirements. He/she will also be responsible for reporting and coordinating with our stakeholders and writing technical papers.

Qualifications

Interested applicants are required to possess a PhD degree. He/she should have a good understanding in

1. Ultraprecision machining technology with excellent hands-on experience;
2. A solid background of micro-/nano-scale material removal processes and mechanisms with a good track record of publications;
3. Experienced in metal additive manufacturing and its post-processing methods; and
4. Mechanical and non-mechanical surface treatment and finishing techniques.