Job Description

[What the role is]
The ISEAS - Yusof Ishak Institute is a leading research centre dedicated to the study of socio-political, security and economic trends and developments in Southeast Asia and its wider geostrategic and economic development. Applications are invited for:

Research Officer, Indonesia Studies Programme \xe2\x80\x93 1 Year Contract

[What you will be working on]

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide research support to the Institute\xe2\x80\x99s Indonesia Studies Programme (ISP) and its researchers
• Undertake analytical research on Indonesian domestic politics, culture and society.
• Undertake translation work involving Bahasa Indonesia and English
• Publish findings in a range of outlets provided by ISEAS, in the form of e-publications, and book chapters
• Assist in the organization and management of conferences, workshops and seminars
• Assist in the editorial management of ISP\xe2\x80\x99s publications
• Contribute to ISEAS collective research and public outreach efforts

[What we are looking for]

Requirements:

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s or Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree in any area of the humanities or social sciences (especially Southeast Asia studies, political science/government, sociology, anthropology, geography and urban studies)
• Native or near-native competency in Bahasa Indonesia and the ability to work on primary materials in Bahasa Indonesia
• Experience with conducting social research in Indonesia
• Good analytical skills with an aptitude for social research
• Good communication, writing and editorial skills in English
• Relevant working experience in research-oriented departments/organisations and strong networks in Indonesian research and/or policy circles would be an advantage
• Positive work attitude and ability to work under tight schedule

Application:

Applications should include a cover letter, a full CV, a writing sample and two reference letters.

Remuneration and benefits depend on the candidate\xe2\x80\x99s qualifications and experience.

Applicants will be notified if they are shortlisted within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.

(Only short-listed candidates will be notified)

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