The National University of Singapore invites applications for Research Assistant in the Department of Psychological Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. The NUS Department of Psychological Medicine is committed to being a leading centre in psychological research, with a major emphasis on ethical research in gerontology, mood disorders, and memory disorders across the life span employing well-established community-based cohorts. More information on the department is available at NUS Department of Psychological Medicine. Appointments will be made on a 1-year contract basis in the first instance, with the possibility of extension.
Purpose of the post
The Research Assistant (RA) will work closely with the Principal Investigator and study team members to ensure the successful completion of a psychosocial research trial in gerontology. The RA’s principal role will be to assist in recruitment, data collection, data entry, and analysis.
The RA will manage a psychosocial research trial investigating whether art can improve the cognitive health and psychological well-being of participants, with opportunities for involvement in multiple research projects, conference proceedings, and publications, including studies involving children and adolescents.
The Research Assistant will liaise with relevant collaborators to facilitate recruitment and data collection, and will be accountable to the Principal Investigator (PI). The RA will be able to:
The applicant should:
Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Formal application: Please submit your application, indicating current/expected salary, supported by a detailed CV (including personal particulars, academic and employment history, complete list of publications/oral presentations, and full contacts of three (3) referees) to this job portal.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Location: Kent Ridge Campus
Organization: Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine
Department: Psychological Medicine
Employee Referral Eligible: No
Job requisition ID: 25839