What the role is:You design, plan, and execute musculoskeletal health research projects and operationalisation trials as the subject matter expert for sports science and exercise physiology-related matters in the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN).What you will be working on:- Design, plan, and execute musculoskeletal health research projects and operationalisation trials - Analyse data to generate RSN-specific recommendations and interventions - Represent Navy Medical Service (NMS) in collaborations with internal stakeholders and external counterparts - Exchange expertise and resources, learn and adopt new developments in musculoskeletal health - Make sense of trends and data - Design and conduct targeted research projects and operationalisation trials - Critically analyse research results to formulate contextualised policy recommendations and interventions for the RSN - Engaging extensively with other units to gather insights and observations from the ground - Improving and refining sense-making processes - Tailoring interventions to mitigate sources of injuries and hazardsWhat we are looking for:- Education in Sports Science, PhD in Sports Science is advantageous - At least 6 years of relevant working experience - Prior supervisory experience is advantageous - Strong research skills - Proficiency in statistical analysis - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.About MINDEF:The mission of MINDEF and the Singapore Armed Forces is to enhance Singapore's peace and security through deterrence and diplomacy, and should these fail, to secure a swift and decisive victory over the aggressor. The Defence Executive Officer (DXO) scheme is the non-uniformed career scheme of MINDEF that offers myriad opportunities in various job functions, such as corporate communications, cyber security, data analytics and visualisation, defence policy, finance, HR, psychology, and more. Embodying the same level of commitment towards defence, DXOs work together with their military counterparts to contribute to MINDEF/SAF's mission and ensure Singapore's security and stability. United by this common cause, our lines of defence complement each other to secure the prosperity and progress of our nation.
