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Research Officer

Our team of researchers specialises in policy support, assessment and intervention research for persons with diverse needs (disabilities/vulnerabilities) using implementation, evaluation, measurement, and data sciences to create impactful outcomes. We work on government funded projects that aim to evaluate & provide recommendations on new social services & programs for people with diverse needs. As part of the work, there will be plenty of opportunities to work together with different partners specialising in policy and implementation.

As a Research Officer with CPH, you will collaborate closely with your supervisor and a dynamic team of researchers. You will play a key role in supporting and conducting research activities that drive meaningful change and improve services for those with diverse needs.

Responsibilities

1. Participate in the entire research cycle of the project

  • Conduct literature review

  • Plan and implement measures to investigate the research questions

  • Data collection, data management, analyses (incl. interpretations and explanations), etc

2. Translate project results to policies/programmes

  • Draft, prepare and present written reports or presentations to funders and stakeholders

3. Provide and share research training & consultancy internally and externally

  • Share learning from attending courses related to your work (e.g., statistics, implementation science, program evaluation)

  • Engage in peer support and knowledge sharing to other team members

4. Other responsibilities 

  • Attend CPH meetings and events

  • Minutes taking during meetings and timely sharing with team members

  • Draft, prepare and submit reports or other deliverables as required promptly

  • Build and maintain good rapports with internal and external stakeholders

  • Carry out any other duties as assigned by Reporting Officer/Leadership Team

5. Professional development

  • Attend CPH endorsed training/workshops/seminars so as to develop relevant knowledge and skills

Requirements

1. Educational qualifications

  • A recognised Bachelor (with Honours) in Psychology, Statistics, Data Science, or Implementation and Evaluation Science

2. Experience

  • Familiarity in implementation & evaluation (e.g., process, outcomes) sciences, measurement, data analyses & project management, mixed methods research methodology

  • Advanced Knowledge of Microsoft office, statistical programmes (e.g., SPSS, JASP, R, Python) and qualitative research software (e.g., nVivo, Atlas.TI)

  • Experience with online survey administration platforms (e.g., Qualtrics, FormSG) will be an advantage

  • Experience with facilitation of focus group discussion & thematic analysis will be an advantage  

  • (Preferred) At least 2 years of relevant experience in carrying out research projects

3. Other qualities  

  • Strong interest in community research for vulnerable & disadvantaged populations

  • Strong oral/presentation and written communication skills

  • Strong administration, planning, time-management, interpersonal and organisational skills

  • Able to problem-solve and provide creative/innovative solutions

  • Able to work efficiently under pressure and tight timelines

  • Able to work independently and collaboratively with others as part of a project team

  • Able to work with diverse stakeholders and funders

  • Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges for continuous learning

To Apply

Please complete the CPH Employment Application Form.

Please Note

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. 

By submitting your application, you are consenting for it to be retained for 6 months for consideration in the event a suitable employment opportunity arises in the future or to be informed of other job opportunities that may be suitable.