Singapore Eye Research Institute

Associate Executive (Ocular Epidemiology Research Group)

Job Category:  Administration
Posting Date:  1 Jun 2023

About SERI

SERI, the research arm of SNEC, was established in 1997 with the mission to conduct high-impact eye research that prevents blindness, low vision and major eye diseases in Singapore. Till date, SERI has conducted landmark research projects that have led to tangible outcomes, patient benefits and success stories. It has been paving the way for significant improvements in how eye diseases are treated and prevented, not just within Singapore but on a global scale.

 

By joining SERI, you can:

  • Work with a Purpose: Meaningful impact towards improving patients’ lives through research
  • Maximise your Potential: Opportunity to work with global and top researchers at one of Singapore’s largest research institutes and be engaged in continuous learning and development opportunities
  • Be Connected and Cared for: People-centric environment that supports your personal well-being guided by our core values of Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration

 

About the Team

The Ocular Epidemiology Research Group at Singapore Eye Research Institute (SERI) aims to develop and facilitate collaborative and translational research by integrating big data, omics, and machine learning analytics into large scale population-based studies. The strategic goal of our group is to improve the eye health of populations in Singapore and globally, and to become the international, leading centre for population science and digital health of eye diseases by

  • using state-of-art data analytics and artificial intelligence techniques,
  • establishing collaborative research platform, and
  • nurturing the next generation of researchers and scientists.

 

Vision

  • Build a world-leading research programme focusing specifically on the epidemiology and population health of major eye diseases in Asia.
  • Provide a one-stop “data portal” and information source on the population health of Asian eye diseases.
  • Foster international collaborations with other population health and ophthalmic institutes in Asia and worldwide.

 

Do you have the passion or curiosity to explore the research sector?

Are you interested to contribute your skills and expertise in translating research into tangible outcomes and improving patient benefits? Join us!

 

What you'll do:

  • Assist in grant matters, such as budget tracking, grant applications and reports.
  • Ad hoc duties assigned by supervisor.

 

What you will need to have:

  • Min. diploma holder, related working experience highly desirable.
  • Meticulous and diligent
  • Willing to learn
  • Good communication skills

 

Note: Eventual package offered will commensurate with qualifications and experience.