The National Institute of Education invites suitable applications for the position of Research Assistant on a 12-month contract at the .

Project Title: Waterscapes in Urbanizing Asia: Geographies of Water Accessibility, Vulnerability, Privatization, and Everyday Practices

Project Introduction: The primary objective of this project is to document the changing geographies of waterscapes of urban Asia in relation to increasing urbanization, waste generation, real-estate developments, and the pursuit of (neoliberal) modernity projects. Drawing from the theoretical lenses of waterscape and accumulation by dispossession, this project will seek to understand the ways in which increasing urbanization and neoliberal urban projects/aspirations have impacted the urban lakes, wetlands and overall water landscapes in Asian cities. This project aims to document emerging issues of water (in) accessibility and vulnerability for everyday urban dwellers, increasing privatization of water and expropriation of urban water and related resources, and counter-geographies of resistance and resiliency of locals through their everyday practices.

Essential

• Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences with an emphasis in one of the following: Geography, Sociology and/or Urban Studies
• Strong academic writing skills in English
• Experience in qualitative research
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to conduct interviews
• Good interpersonal and oral communication skills

Preferred

Ability to use computer software packages (e.g. SPSS, data analysis software, Basic GIS software)

Positive attitude towards learning and doing research

Ability to manage project admin work

The job scope of this Research Assistant will include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Prepare research reports including literature reviews, other documents and library work
• Assist with data collection, interviewing, analysis, and other research-related activities
• Liaise with research participants and other stakeholders, arrange meetings, prepare schedules, etc.
• Help in organizing events, talks, seminars etc.
• Other tasks as assigned by the Principal Investigator (PI) and Co-PI

Applicants should complete and submit the following item/s:

• Cover letter explaining how you meet the requirements of this position
• Supporting documents as stated on the job application form
• Other documents to support your qualifications

Please send your application to:

Dr Diganta Das, Assistant Professor

Humanities and Social Studies Education Academic Group

National Institute of Education

1 Nanyang Walk

Singapore 637616

Tel: (65) 67903405

Fax: (65) 68969135

Email: [email protected]

**We regret that only shortlisted applicants will be notified**

29 July 2019

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