CareerPlan

Research Assistant (Asian Languages & Cultures Department) [NIE]

SingaporeFull-time2026-10-25 → 2026-10-26

Core

Conduct qualitative research to document the history, craftsmanship, and social role of Rebana Singapura (a Singaporean adaptation of traditional Malay percussion) as intangible cultural heritage.

Role type

Research Assistant (Cultural Heritage & Qualitative Analysis)

Builds

Comprehensive research records, reports, and publications on Rebana Singapura

Domain

Cultural heritage, traditional performing arts, social cohesion

Deliverable

research

Required skills

Qualitative data analysis, thematic analysis, coding, archival research, data management, report writing, English, Malay

Preferred skills

NVivo, experience with qualitative research methods, digital tools for data management

Responsibilities

Organize and manage research data (interviews, surveys, field notes), code and analyze qualitative data, conduct archival/literature research, assist in preparing reports and publications, maintain systematic records

Seniority

Junior, hands-on IC