Psychology Lab and Research Teaching Technician

Heriot-Watt University; Putrajaya; On-site; MYR 33,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Heriot-Watt University Malaysia invites applications for an enthusiastic Psychology Lab Technician based in Putrajaya. The role supports daily operations of the research laboratory, trains and supervises undergrad and postgraduate students in equipment use, and helps develop the department’s research capacity.

The postholder will collaborate with colleagues across HWU campuses, assist teaching in research methods and data analysis, and contribute to safe, well-run lab practice while pursuing CPD

Qualifications

• Broad understanding of psychology; honours degree in psychology; postgraduate degree in psychology or related discipline.
• Experience with SPSS or equivalent analytical software.
• Experience with NVivo or willingness to learn.
• Experience with survey/experimental software platforms (e.g. PsychoPy, SurveyLab, Testable or equivalent).
• Some programming skills (e.g., R, Python, Matlab, C, Java).
• Experience in laboratory/educational environments and in supporting learning.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and assessment in psychology through laboratory practical classes and activities.
• Prepare and set up laboratory sessions for research methods and data analysis classes; assist during classes and tutorials.
• Undertake independent teaching responsibilities (Grade 5) focusing on research methods and data analysis for undergraduates.
• Maintain laboratory instruments and day-to-day operations; mentor students on technical matters.

Skills

Fluent English

Good communication

Independent and proactive

Teaching ability

Education

Undergraduate honours degree in Psychology

Postgraduate degree in Psychology or closely related discipline

Broad understanding of psychology across multiple domains

Tools

SPSS

NVivo

PsychoPy/SurveyLab

R/Python/Matlab

Job description

Heriot-Watt University Malaysia invites applications for an enthusiastic Psychology Lab Technician based in Putrajaya. The role supports daily operations of the research laboratory, trains and supervises undergrad and postgraduate students in equipment use, and helps develop the department’s research capacity.

The postholder will collaborate with colleagues across HWU campuses, assist teaching in research methods and data analysis, and contribute to safe, well-run lab practice while pursuing CPD