Job description – Digital technologies and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in preventing and monitoring dengue and Covid-19: A comparative study of Singapore and other countries
Position: Research Assistant (Bachelor degree/Master level)
Contract: 4 months
Location: Singapore, CNRS@CREATE (NUS campus)
We are seeking a motivated Research Assistant (RA) to support a multidisciplinary project that investigates prevention strategies for dengue and Covid-19 in Singapore (https://www.cnrsatcreate.cnrs.fr/space/). The research emphasizes the transformative role of digital technologies and AI in public health management.
Tasks:
- Conduct literature reviews on the use of digital technologies and AI applications in public health, focusing on dengue and Covid-19 prevention, monitoring, and control.
- Assist with data collection through interviews with stakeholders (public health officials, tech developers, researchers) and through document analysis of government reports, policies, and relevant publications.
- Support comparative analysis of prevention strategies, focusing on digital technologies (mobile apps, AI, IoT, drones) used in different countries.
- Analyze secondary health data (e.g. dengue incidence rates, app usage statistics, etc.) and integrate qualitative findings from interviews.
- Assist in preparing academic manuscripts, policy briefs, and presentations.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor's or Master's degree in public health, geography, urban studies, data science, or a related field.
· Experience with qualitative research methods.
· Strong interest in digital technologies, AI, and public health in Asia.
· Proficiency in literature reviews, data analysis, and report writing.
· Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative environment.
Preferred skills:
· Knowledge of health policies and urban public health challenges in Asia.
- Familiarity with research ethics, especially in relation to interviews or handling public health data
- Familiarity with Southeast Asian contexts, especially Singapore and neighboring countries.
- Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, is essential. Proficiency in additional languages spoken in Southeast Asia would be a plus, though not required.
· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, effectively managing time, staying organized, and ensuring timely completion of tasks.
Additional information:
· The applicant must be based in Singapore and have the right to work there.
· The grade of appointment will be determined based on the candidate’s academic qualifications and years of relevant experience.
Application: Please send your CV, a cover letter, and one writing sample (e.g., academic paper, report) to elisabeth.peyrouxatcnrs.fr. In your cover letter, please highlight your relevant experience and explain why you are interested in this research project.
Application Deadline: 16 December 2024
Start Date: 2nd of January 2025
