Scientist, Human Development Group (Social Sciences), IHDP

Job Details

The focus of the A.STAR Institute for Human Development and Potential (A.STAR IHDP) is research to improve the health and well-being of Singaporeans across the life course. Led by Professor Jean Yeung, Director (Social Sciences) at IHDP, the Singapore Longitudinal Early Development Study (SG-LEADS) examines factors in multiple contexts that can promote Singaporean childrens childhood development.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and capable full-time Postdoctoral Fellow for the SG-LEADS project. The candidate should have expertise in family, children and youth development and have a social science background.

Job Responsibilities

• Your duties include but are not limited to the following:
• Analyze data and interpret results.
• Draft, submit and revise manuscripts for publication.
• Perform data checking and cleaning.
• Other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• A Ph.D. degree in Social Sciences disciplines (e.g. Sociology, Psychology, Economics, Public Health) from a recognized university.
• Research expertise in topics related to trends and changes in child and youth development is required for the project.
• Experience with survey operation in longitudinal studies.
• Advanced quantitative research skills.
• Experience with STATA, SPSS, or R.
• Publication record in areas related to the above-specified research areas.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Strong organizational skill and interpersonal skill.