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Research Officer, Assessment Research - 2 Year Contract

Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board

SingaporePermanent/Contract

Posted 21 Apr 2026

About this role

Successful applicant will play an active role in conducting research on educational measurement and assessment issues. The incumbent is also expected to develop assessment services and products that are fit for purpose, educationally sound and positively transforming for stakeholders. The key responsibilities include: • Conduct research studies which focus on harnessing technology to assess complex competencies for 21st Century education • Apply statistical techniques to support assessment-related analysis • Provide project management and consultancy services for assessment projects • Tertiary qualification in Mathematics and/or statistics-related field, with at least 3 years of experience in research studies, educational measurements and/or data analytics (e.g. machine learning & data mining) • Proficient in the use of statistical analysis software (e.g. STATA, SAS, RUMM2020, R-Programming, etc.) • Experience in the use of coding applications (such as Visual Studio) with C/C#/C++, Visual Basic or Java Programming, will be useful • Experience in the education sector will be an advantage • Adaptable, meticulous individual with excellent analytical skills • Able to communicate complex concepts in an applied and practical manner to get buy-in from the stakeholders • Enjoy working in teams in a dynamic and innovative work environment

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