Career Opportunities

The successful applicant is expected to contribute to the Centre’s Programmes on  climate security and planetary security, as well as to contribute to the Centre’s publications. In addition, the successful applicant will assist with arranging courses, seminars, conferences and workshops for the Centre.

To apply, please click here : R00017461

The successful applicant is expected to have a keen interest in the policy impact and security implications of one or more emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, space, quantum technology, energy, biotechnologies, smart cities, nanotechnologies, and more. They should be prepared to conduct research, publish both individually and as part of a team, and assist in organizing seminars, conferences, and workshops, which may include administrative and logistics preparation.

To apply, please click here : R00017577

Applicants should possess a degree in Islamic studies with at least 2 years’ experience in basic research methodology and project management. Applicants should also possess good writing and research skills with an aptitude and interest for in-depth research in the relevant field. Fluency in Arabic, English and Malay is preferred to facilitate research in religious/inter-religious issues, conflicts and peace-building efforts.

To apply, please click here : R00016988

The successful applicant will conduct research on China’s security and foreign policies, in particular its relationship with Southeast Asia and Asia-Pacific in general. The successful applicant are expected to disseminate the research to a wider audience through writing commentaries and op-eds. The successful applicant is expected to be involved in research, and organizing events, including performing administrative duties where required, for the school.

To apply, please click here : R00019250

The successful applicant will assist in managing research projects and undertake research and reporting on current developments in Malaysia.  Administrative duties will include working with research partners and administrative colleagues, organising events, and managing the programme’s budget.

To apply, please click here : R00009707

The person will assist the Social Cohesion Research Programme with research and administrative duties. The work will cover areas such as how the social and built environment shapes inclusion, the various forms of religious digitisation, and detecting trends and patterns online. The research involves conducting in-depth literature reviews on topics such as social cohesion, religiosity, ethnicity, and nationalism, as well as carrying out multivariate analyses on cross-national data to assess social cohesion patterns. Administrative responsibilities include supporting strategic events and meetings, managing relevant databases, and providing key insights to aid decision-making and facilitate effective communication.

To apply, please click here : R00019204

Temp Admin Executive (Social Cohesion Research Programme)

Administrative

• Coordinate and prepare for meetings, including putting up and circulating the agenda, booking of meeting space.
• Assist with note taking and following up on action items to ensure completion according to agreed timeline.
• Maintain and update all documentation in shared drive as and when necessary.
• Support the SCRP Team by sourcing, vetting and coordinating with vendors and suppliers or as directed by the Senior/Manager of SCRP
• Coordinate with Research Team, to help ensure deliverables are completed within timeline.

Events Management & Support

1. Work with SCRP to assist with organizing webinars / seminars, workshops and conferences.  This includes but is not limited to

• Designing and distributing EDMs and invitations
• coordinating with speakers / guests
• managing event registration and tracking attendance
• collecting and compiling of event feedback
• following-up with attendees for any various requests

2. Providing secretariat support by

• Answering and replying to delegate emails
• Assisting and following through with delegates on their queries
• work with NTU appointed vendors to make travel and accommodation arrangements

3. Staffing secretariat at ICCS including

• Assisting speaker and delegate management
• Co-ordinating with OIA and Rapporteur Teams
• Work with internal (RSIS) and external (MCCY) stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery of conference
• Work with appointed vendors as necessary

To apply, please click here : R00019200

The successful candidate will report to the Head, Events and assume the following responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support for RSIS’ Events Unit
• Assume the role of Event Lead for events
• Assist the Event Supervisor to organise and manage events with responsibilities for all administrative and logistical tasks including, where necessary, liaison with speakers and guests, flight and accommodation arrangements, vendors liaison, budget management, conducting of rehearsals and virtual test calls
• Monitor the progress of event planning and execution
• Ensure the event administrative and operational requirements are met
• Ensure compliance with RSIS and NTU policies and regulations

To apply, please click here : R00019189