Research Officer, ASEAN Studies Centre - Singapur, Singapore - Careers@Gov

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    2 weeks ago

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    [What the role is]
    The ISEAS - Yusof Ishak Institute is a leading research centre dedicated to the study of socio-political, security and economic trends and developments in Southeast Asia and its wider geostrategic and economic development.
    Applications are invited for:

    Research Officer, ASEAN Studies Centre (ASC)

    [What you will be working on]

    Roles & Responsibilities:

    • Provides research support to the Coordinator and Lead Researchers in ASEAN Studies Centre
    • Assists in the editing and production of the Centre's publications, including ASEANFocus+ and the State of Southeast Asia Survey Report
    • Assists in the organisation and management of conferences, training workshops and seminars/webinars including emceeing and note-taking as and when required
    • Anchors the Centre's public outreach efforts and supports projects related to the understanding of ASEAN and the promotion of ASEAN studies
    • Undertakes research projects under the guidance of ASC Lead Researchers

    [What we are looking for]

    Requirements:

    • BA/MA degree in international relations, political science, economics, sociology, Southeast Asian Studies or related fields.
    • Good communication and writing skills in English
    • Proficiency in a Southeast Asian language is a bonus
    • Experience in copy-editing and other forms of editorial work would be highly desirable
    • Knowledge of quantitative survey methodologies and statistical work
    • Proficiency in statistical software such as Excel, Stata, or R
    • Data visualization skills will be an advantage
    • Positive work attitude and ability to work under demanding circumstances
    • Team spirit, self-motivated and a high sense of professionalism

    Application:

    • Applications should include a cover letter, a full CV, two referees, and two recent writing samples. The samples of writing can include the final project/thesis, articles or blog posts, research papers, etc.
    • Remuneration and benefits depend on the candidate's qualifications and experience.
    • Applicants will be invited to do a written test and interview if shortlisted.
    • Southeast Asian applicants only

    Remuneration and benefits will depend on the candidate's qualification and experience.

    Applicants will be notified if they are shortlisted within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.

    (Only short-listed candidates will be notified)