You conduct research and develop behavioural analysis methodologies to build understanding of the information environment and various actors and audience groups of interest, observing and interpreting human behaviours at various levels of analysis.
Research Scientist
MINDEF
Permanent
Closing in 6 day(s)
What the role is
What you will be working on
- Develop research approaches, frameworks, and metrics to analyse data for human behaviour insights
- Conduct training and workshops on cognitive science principles and their applications in information activities
- Inform decision-making processes and operational planning
- Collaborate with partner agencies across MINDEF/SAF and the Defence Technology ecosystem on identified research areas
Challenge(s)
- Developing new knowledge in an emerging area of behavioural science in the information environment
- Adapting to rapidly evolving environments and performing under pressure
- Synthesising complex findings and articulating them clearly to diverse audiences
What we are looking for
- Education in Cognitive Science, Psychology, Human Factors, Neuroscience or a related field
- Certifications in cognitive assessment techniques or human-computer interaction is advantageous
- At least 10 years of working experience in related fields
- Solid understanding of research methodologies (qualitative and quantitative)
- Proficiency in statistical analysis
- Familiarity with data analysis software and tools (e.g., SPSS, R, Python)
- Good awareness of Singapore's political, defence, and security developments
- Understanding of current affairs and the regional/international media environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
About MINDEF
The mission of MINDEF and the Singapore Armed Forces is to enhance Singapore's peace and security through deterrence and diplomacy, and should these fail, to secure a swift and decisive victory over the aggressor.
The Defence Executive Officer (DXO) scheme is the non-uniformed career scheme of MINDEF that offers myriad opportunities in various job functions, such as corporate communications, cyber security, data analytics and visualisation, defence policy, finance, HR, psychology, and more. Embodying the same level of commitment towards defence, DXOs work together with their military counterparts to contribute to MINDEF/SAF’s mission and ensure Singapore's security and stability. United by this common cause, our lines of defence complement each other to secure the prosperity and progress of our nation.