Research Associate (Policy Analysis)

Job Title: Research Associate (Policy Analysis)

University-Level Unit: Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health

Employee Category: Research Staff

Location_ONB: Kent Ridge Campus

Posting Start Date: 04/11/2026

Job Description

The Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health (SSHSPH) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) is recruiting a full-time, experienced research associate to critically analyze rehabilitation services in Singapore from a health policy and systems perspective and conduct comparative health systems analysis with other developed Asian countries.

Background

Singapore has one of the fastest ageing populations in the world, and it has been estimated that by 2050, one in six elderly persons would have at least one disability affecting activities of daily living. The need for rehabilitation services will continue to grow; however, there has been virtually no published research evaluating rehabilitation in Singapore at a health system level. This project aims to analyze how rehabilitation services are planned, organized, governed, financed and monitored in Singapore, through extensive literature reviews, qualitative interviews with stakeholders, and policy analysis. The study will also critically compare the rehabilitation systems of Singapore, Japan, Taiwan, South Korea and Hong Kong through a comparative health systems perspective, to identify lessons for the development of national rehabilitation systems.

Job Scope

• To undertake high-quality research;
• To conduct extensive literature reviews and synthesize findings;
• To identify and/or design theoretical policy frameworks for application in the study;
• To support ethics applications;
• To conduct qualitative research (e.g. in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, etc.) with key stakeholders, including analysis of qualitative data;
• To contribute to peer-reviewed publications and other outputs, including as lead author;
• To review the latest research on rehabilitation services regularly;
• To collaborate with other researchers at NUS and other institutions, as appropriate;
• To disseminate research findings through presentations at local and international conferences, and in meetings with key partners (e.g. MOH);
• To contribute to drafting major grant proposals and/or leading in drafting small grant proposals;
• To participate in mandatory NUS training and keep abreast of advancements in research methods.
  
  

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Public Health, Health Policy and Management, or related fields.
• Experience with qualitative research.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, and ability to synthesize concepts and data from diverse sources.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong organizational skills and time management.
  
  

The Following Knowledge And Experience Would Be Advantageous

• Experience with work in health policy and systems, or health policy-relevant research.
• Experience in rehabilitation.
• Experience with qualitative data analysis using relevant software.
• History of peer-reviewed publications.
• Experience contributing to research grant applications.
  
  

The position is for one year but can potentially be extended. The grade of appointment will be accorded based on candidate's academic qualifications and years of relevant experience.

Applicants Should Send The Following Documents During Application

• Cover letter highlighting career goals and relevant experience (no more than 500 words)
• Curriculum Vitae, containing details of three named referees
• A sample of published work and their roles in the projects, if applicable.
  
  

Interviews will be face-to-face for candidates. We are accepting applications until the position is filled. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health

Department : Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID : 34913

Req ID: 34913