The Centre for Ageing Research and Education (CARE) is an academic research centre based in Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore. Drawing on its interdisciplinary expertise and collaborations across medical, social, psychological, economic and environmental perspectives, CARE conducts research on the social and medical determinants of successful ageing, and actively engages with government and industry partners to identify needs and strategies to enhance the experience of ageing in Singapore. CARE is a vibrant work place with individuals from diverse academic and personal backgrounds and range of interests, and we value the energy, passion and thought leadership of promising scholars who desire to achieve health, social inclusion and a high quality of life for older adults in Singapore.

Job Description

CARE’s quantitative research on ageing in Singapore is based on individual-level data collected through both cross-sectional and longitudinal community-based surveys of older adults and/or their caregivers. CARE is seeking to appoint a post-doctoral researcher to join the team as a Research Fellow, for conducting quantitative research and its publication and dissemination. A Senior Research Fellow position will be offered to candidates who demonstrate substantial relevant work experience and advanced skills in the field.

• Conceptualize and conduct quantitative analyses of individual-level survey data 
• Draft and submit at least 4 papers per year in high-impact scientific journals, as lead author or co-author
• Write and edit policy/research briefs (at least 1 per year)
• Present and disseminate findings at international and national conferences, stakeholder meetings, and in public media outlets
• Develop and conduct workshops in quantitative research methods (at least 1 per year)
• Supervise and support the conduct of cross-sectional and longitudinal surveys 
• Lead or assist in the writing and submission of competitive grant applications
• Assist with CARE’s other initiatives where required

Job Requirements

• PhD in Gerontology, Sociology, Demography, Epidemiology, Economics, Public Policy, Public Health, or related fields
• Possess strong quantitative analysis skills and relevant experience in data preparation and analysis
• Familiarity with concepts relevant for geriatrics and gerontology research
• Proficient in Stata or R
• Have excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work with others in a multidisciplinary setting

Interested applicants should fill up the online application on the Duke-NUS website here. Please attach:

1. Cover letter stating your interest in the position
2. CV
3. Writing sample (single - or first-authored academic manuscript, published or unpublished)
4. Names and contact information of three referees. 

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Only short-listed applicants will be notified.