As a University of Applied Learning, SIT works closely with industry in our research pursuits. Our research staff will have the opportunity to be equipped with applied research skill sets that are relevant to industry demands while working on research projects at SIT. 

The primary responsibility of this role is to support the delivery of an industry innovation research project where you will be part of the research team to investigate how Gen Z Professionals, Managers and Executives (PMEs) in Singapore use digital platforms and online communities to seek workplace advice, navigate employment concerns, and make career-related decisions. The project aims to generate insights into digitally enabled worker-support ecosystems and their implications for labour institutions, policymakers, and employers.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews and environmental scans on digital communities, worker voice, labour market trends, and Gen Z employment experiences.
• Support survey design, administration, and data management.
• Assist with interviews, focus groups, online community analysis, and qualitative data collection.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative data analysis using software such as SPSS, NVivo, or Excel.
• Prepare research reports, policy briefs, presentations, and dissemination materials.
• Support stakeholder engagement, participant recruitment, scheduling, and project coordination.
• Provide administrative and operational support to ensure timely completion of project deliverables

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Public Policy, Communications, Psychology, Sociology, Business, Human Resource Management, or a related field.
• Familiarity with quantitative and/or qualitative research methods.
• Strong analytical, writing, organisational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with SPSS, NVivo, or similar software is preferred.
• Interest in the future of work, digital platforms, labour issues, workforce development, or youth studies.

Key Competencies

• Able to build and maintain strong working relationships with people within and external to the university.
• Self-directed learner and self-starter, who has initiative and can work with minimal supervision, yet deliver expected results on time.
• Proficient in technical writing and presentation
• Possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Show strong initiative and take ownership of work

A proactive and detail-oriented individual with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment. Experience in social science research, policy research, or digital community analysis will be an advantage.