Research Fellow (Innovation and Leadership)

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal. Please note your application will only be processed if you apply via NUS Career Portal.

NUS Career Portal link: https://careers.nus.edu.sg/job/Research-Fellow-%28Innovation-and-Leadership%29/32785-en_GB/

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Job Description

The Research Fellow (Innovation and Leadership) will lead education and translational research in innovation, entrepreneurship, and venture development, with a focus on Singapore and the broader Asian context.

The role will contribute to strengthening IDEL's thought leadership by generating evidence-based insights, developing high-quality teaching resources, and supporting curriculum innovation, while providing research and programme support for IDEL initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:
. Lead and conduct education research in innovation, entrepreneurship, and venture translation
. Develop case libraries, including Singapore- and Asia-focused case studies on startups, innovation ecosystems, and leadership practices
. Design and implement impact metrics to evaluate innovation programmes and outcomes
. Create interactive and experiential learning materials to enhance pedagogy in executive and academic programmes
. Conduct translational research on CDE startups, technologies, and innovation ecosystems
. Collaborate with faculty to integrate research insights into curriculum design and delivery
. Publish research outputs, reports, and thought leadership pieces to strengthen IDEL's regional and global profile
. Support grant applications and research initiatives aligned with IDEL's strategic priorities

Qualifications

. PhD in a relevant discipline or MBA
. Demonstrated research experience in innovation, entrepreneurship, or related areas
. Strong track record in academic writing, case development, or applied research
. Experience in curriculum development or educational research is advantageous
. Familiarity with startup ecosystems, venture building, or technology translation is preferred
. Open to Fixed Term Contract