Life Sciences Internship at NUH, Singapore | Apply Now
Interested in cancer research and clinical data? The Brain Cancer Programme Intern Singapore opportunity at the National University Hospital (NUH) offers students a Life Sciences Internship chance to explore brain tumour research, clinical data collection, and registry management. This National University Hospital Internship 2027 runs from January to June 2027 at the National University Cancer Institute, Singapore (NCIS). It is suited to students pursuing life sciences, public health, healthcare management, psychology, or related fields who are interested in oncology and healthcare research.
- Position: Brain/Spine Cancer Programme Intern, NCIS (Jan 2027 – Jun 2027)
- Location: Singapore, Singapore
About the Institute
The National University Hospital (NUH) is a Singapore university hospital with a history dating back to 1905. It integrates clinical care, teaching, and research, supporting medical education and healthcare innovation.
Job Description
The Brain Cancer Programme Intern at NUH Singapore 2027 will support clinical data collection, accurate database entry, and quality assurance for the Brain Tumour Registry. Working with the Programme Chairperson and Case Manager, the intern will help maintain complete, reliable clinical datasets while gaining exposure to oncology care pathways and patient navigation.
Life Sciences Internship – Key Responsibilities
- Clinical Data Collection: Retrieve relevant clinical information from electronic medical records, including EPIC.
- Brain Tumour Database: Collect patient demographics, tumour characteristics, clinical presentation, imaging, treatment details, and follow-up outcomes.
- Data Entry and Quality Assurance: Enter registry data accurately and perform duplicate, completeness, and logical accuracy checks.
- Clinical Data Management: Identify inconsistencies, clarify missing information with relevant stakeholders, and maintain data dictionaries and version histories.
- Documentation Support: Help develop standard operating procedures and maintain process documentation.
- Multidisciplinary Meeting Shadowing: Observe Neuro-Oncology Tumour Board sessions and learn how specialists contribute to diagnosis, staging, treatment, and follow-up planning.
Educational Requirements For Life Sciences Internship
Applicants must be currently pursuing a degree or diploma in Life Sciences or a related field This opportunity is suitable for students exploring a Life Sciences Internship Singapore, Public Health Internship Singapore, or other internships for life sciences students.
Skills Required
- Strong analytical and organizational skills.
- Accuracy and attention to detail in clinical data entry.
- Good verbal communication and documentation-writing skills.
- Professional handling of confidential clinical information.
- Interest in healthcare service improvement and patient engagement.
- Ability to collaborate with clinical and administrative teams.
- Comfort using electronic medical records, databases, and Microsoft Office applications.
Application Process
- Applicants must be pursuing a degree or diploma in one of the specified or related fields.
- A minimum full-time commitment of 25 weeks from January 2027 is expected.
- The latest resume must be attached to the application.
- Applicants must state their availability in their resume.
- Applications close on 30 November 2026 and are reviewed on a rolling basis.
- Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
Application deadline: 30 November 2026.
Interested in brain tumour research and clinical data management? This NCIS Life Sciences Internship Singapore opportunity offers practical exposure to clinical registry management, oncology data quality assurance, and multidisciplinary cancer care.
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