Research Fellow, ALEX Research Office (2 years contract)

As a research fellow/ Assistant, the position holder will the corner stone for the research division in Alexandra hospital.
He / She will formulate health services research ideas, work with healthcare professionals, apply for fundings and guide junior researchers.

Background knowledge and work on quantitative data, statistics and AI technology are preferable.

In addition, administrative work which may be related to research or general will also be needed for this position.

Primary Responsibilities

1.         Work with healthcare workers in AH to develop and execute research projects.

2.        Work on projects related to health services and operational research.

3.         Write and review research papers, present research outcomes and develop collaborations.

4.         Contribute to project management and provide guidance to other healthcare worker researchers.

Secondary Duties

1.         Develop own portfolio of research work and projects.

2.         Working with PI(s) perform research grant administrative matters such as, (not limited to): variation & extension requests, submission of claims and progress reports etc.

3.         Assume additional responsibilities as assigned by reporting officer/HOD e.g., administrative duties

Job Requirements:

1.         PhD in scientific fields. Master degree holders with adequate experience can apply.

2.         4-5 years of experience in medical research is a plus.

3.         Expertise in health services research (HSR) and applied statistics, with experience in study design, data analysis, and outcome evaluation.

4.         Strong background in developing and implementing data-driven solutions for healthcare improvement, with proficiency in AI methodologies (e.g., machine learning, predictive modelling) where applicable.

5.         Proven ability to independently manage and execute projects across diverse health services domains, from conceptualization through to implementation, including data collection, analysis, and interpretation.

6.         Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, with experience in using machine learning and analytical frameworks to solve healthcare-related problems.

This role requires hands-on experience in Artificial Intelligence/Large Language Model/machine learning projects related to health services in real-world healthcare settings. Candidates with experiences limited to laboratory-based research without practical health services applications are not suitable

If the role sounds interesting to you, please contact ‘careers_alexandra@nuhs.edu.sg’ to understand more on the role. Please indicate the position that you are interested in the subject heading.

*Only Singapore Citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents may apply.