About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:20.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>About The Job</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">A Pilot Study on an Adaptive Learning System (ALS)-Enabled Community Academic Support Programme for Low-SES Students</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:20.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What You Will Be Doing</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Project Summary</strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">The research team in the Teaching and Learning Centre<strong> </strong>at the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) is seeking a qualified Research Fellow to participate in a study titled <em>“A Pilot Study on an Adaptive Learning System (ALS)-Enabled Community Academic Support Programme for Low-SES Students.”</em></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">This project examines the implementation and impact of an adaptive learning system–enabled community academic support programme for students from low socioeconomic backgrounds. The study adopts a mixed-methods approach, involving instrument development, surveys, field observations, interviews, learning analytics, data mining and analysis of system-generated data, alongside programme documentation and reports. The complexity of learning pathways and learner engagement will be systematically examined in relation to academic and non-academic outcomes.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">The intent of the project is to better understand how adaptive learning technologies can be leveraged to support equitable learning and to inform scalable, practice-oriented interventions in community-based contexts. The project is scheduled to run for 2.5 years.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">The Research Fellow will be expected to:</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">1. Design and conduct quantitative and qualitative data collection and research activities aligned with the project objectives</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">2. Perform advanced quantitative and qualitative data analyses</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">3. Prepare high-quality research reports, academic manuscripts, presentations, and dissemination materials</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">4. Support project management, including coordination with stakeholders, community partners, timelines, and deliverables</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">5. Assist with research ethics applications, documentation, and reporting requirements</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">6. Contribute to a range of research and project-related activities, providing opportunities for broader professional learning and exposure to the full research lifecycle and related initiatives beyond the core study</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:20.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Job Requirements</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;text-align:justify"><strong>Qualification / Experience Required</strong></p> <ol style="text-align:justify"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">PhD in Education or a related field; candidates with relevant industry experience are strongly encouraged to apply</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Strong expertise in advanced quantitative and qualitative research methods</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage research and project-related tasks</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Excellent academic and professional writing skills</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Highly motivated, driven, and able to meet deadlines in a dynamic research environment</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">A strong and relevant publication record in reputable peer-reviewed journals will be an advantage.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Prior experience in education or related fields, including educational psychology, educational technology, adaptive learning systems, learning analytics, community-based programmes, or research involving Low-SES populations, will be an advantage.</span></li> </ol> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>E. Applications Should Be Made To:</strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Dr. Stefanie Chye (email: [email protected])</strong> </span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Teaching and Learning Centre</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Singapore University of Social Sciences</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">463 Clementi Road</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Singapore 599494</span></p></div></div></div>