Research Associate/Fellow (1-year contract), School of Accountancy

COMPANY DESCRIPTION Singapore Management University is a place where high-level professionalism blends together with a healthy informality. The 'family-like' atmosphere among the SMU community fosters a culture where employees work, plan, organise and play together - building a strong collegiality and morale within the university. Our commitment to attract and retain talent is ongoing. We offer attractive benefits and welfare, competitive compensation packages, and generous professional development opportunities - all to meet the work-life needs of our staff. No wonder, then, that SMU continues to be given numerous awards and recognition for its human resource excellence. RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide research assistance for the Tier 2 research project. • Compile and clean data from various sources, construct empirical measures. • Data analysis and statistical analysis of the research studies. • Compile information and write research reports. • Assist to prepare manuscripts for publication in targeted journals. • Any other research-related work assigned. QUALIFICATIONS • PhD or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information System, Economics, Business or related fields (with substantial computing/programming training). • Undergraduate or Master degree and research experience in Accounting / Finance / Economics / Statistics is a plus. • Knowledge of computer science foundations and fundamental / information studies. • Knowledge in programming languages, knows how to work with operating systems and how to maintain databases, especially in Big Data Management. • Knowledge in accounting, in particular, the ability to understand financial reports. • Experience/training in accounting, finance, business, or economics research; able to collect data from various resources. • Competency in the use of statistics in research. • Ability in using and/or programming using statistical software (e.g. SAS, Stata, Python). • Ability to handle a high volume of quantitative work, with attention to details. • Excellent oral, interpersonal and written communication skills. OTHER INFORMATION #LI-XL1 Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - Singapore Management University