Research Assistant (Communication Studies/Social Science)

Established in 1992, the Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI) is the only full-fledged communication school in Singapore and is a world-class centre of excellence with an international faculty, state-of-the-art research laboratories, and global institutional affiliations. The school is seeking a Project Officer to manage office administration, scheduling, meetings and events. This Project Officer will additionally play a role in supporting academic research. This includes conducting literature reviews, co-writing academic papers, analysing data, and participating in research teams to advance research objectives. The ideal candidate will be meticulous, conscientious and demonstrate a high degree of professionalism. Key Responsibilities: Coordinate executive schedules, appointments and events. Organise and document minutes of meetings, meeting materials and follow-up on action plans. Manage office operations, budget and expenses Oversee travel arrangements, itineraries and claims. Prepare, edit and file communication materials, including presentations, emails and documents. Maintain physical and digital files with care for data security and confidentiality. Support academic research, including literature review, data collection, data analyses, and the authoring of research papers. Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in communication studies or related social science fields Strong organisational skills, with exceptional attention to detail Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software Ability to multitask and problem-solve efficiently Skilled in social science research. Knowledge of advanced statistical tests (e.g. moderation/mediation, hierarchical regression etc.) will be advantageous A team player with effective stakeholder management and time management skills Past experience in a project officer or research assistant role preferred We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.