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Job Description
Research Fellow
Overview
The Research Fellow will report to the appropriate Principal Investigator and Project
Manager for the project(s) they are working on.
Responsibilities
Working in collaboration with the Principal Investigator as a potential Co-Principal
Investigator, the specific responsibilities of a Research Fellow (RF) include:
1. To undertake and provide co-leadership in the shaping and implementation of one
of the major themes of IAL Research which could include:
• Policy and Practice related research
• Work and workforce development research
• Training impact and economic development
• Economic Strategies Report issues and national initiatives
• Future CET development issues and scenarios
2. To co-lead and co-support internal project teams and research projects within the
relevant research field.
3. To scope research needs and gaps in current knowledge in the specific fields of
research for which the RF is responsible and prepare research proposals for
consideration by the Director Research.
4. To assist in the development of research capability in IAL and more broadly within
the CET community in Singapore in the specific fields of research for which the
RF is responsible.
5. To participate in relevant international and local research projects.
6. To prepare research reports for publication and support the dissemination of
research findings within the CET community.
7. To support and facilitate, where appropriate, the implementation of the Visiting
Research Fellowship programme of IAL.
Requirements
1. A research-based degree preferably at doctorate or masters level.
2. Research experience and a strong publications record in a relevant field in adult,
vocational and continuing education.
3. High level ability to design, structure, implement and document specific research
initiatives in a relevant area of specialization.
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4. High level ability to write and document research findings and prepare research
reports for publication.
5. Capability to work confidently with other researchers in the industry and with the
CET community.
6. Good team and communication skills.
7. Project management skills.
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