Executive, Centre for Applied Research (1-year contract)

Who We Are

As Singapore's first institute for lifelong learning, the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) champions inclusivity to bring education to all and ensure that they are given equal opportunities to develop to their fullest potential in our diverse learning environment.

We advocate for the same for our people. We believe everyone should have equal opportunities and develop to their fullest potential in their careers.

Embark on an exciting lifelong journey with us in making a positive difference in your career and serving our society.

For more information on Singapore University of Social Sciences, please visit www.suss.edu.sg.

About The Role

The successful candidate will support the day-to-day activities arising from the research projects and programmes within the University.

What You Will Be Doing

• Organise research forums, seminars, courses, and workshops to foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing.
• Establish, manage, and maintain the department webpage and repositories.
• Coordinate the preparation, submission, and publication of research working papers. This includes managing the process for obtaining necessary ISBNs (International Standard Book Numbers) or equivalent identifiers for published works.
• Develop and maintain department policies, procedures, and records.
• Assist in tracking research expenditures, ensuring budget alignment and compliance with policies and procedures.
• Assist in collation of research outputs for reporting.
• Assist with procurement of office supplies and onboarding of office staff and other office-related tasks.
• Identify and implement process improvements within research administration and office operations.
• Provide flexible support for special assignments and other tasks as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in any specialised field.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-starter with problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and handle multiple tasks.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and spreadsheet computations.
• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, and good judgment.
• Team player with a strong work ethic.