Failure Analysis Engineer

Applied Materials; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading research platform in Singapore is seeking Research Assistants for the LightSPAN Clinical trial. The role involves recruiting participants, conducting support calls, and collecting research data. Ideal candidates have an academic background in relevant fields, are empathetic, and can engage with seniors. This position offers unique experience in clinical research and the opportunity to work within an international team.

Benefits

Hands-on experience in clinical research

Mentorship from experts

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Academic background in related fields such as Psychology, Gerontology, or Social Sciences.
• Ability to communicate effectively with seniors from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience in engaging with seniors in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and schedule participants for the LightSPAN study.
• Conduct support calls and assist seniors with surveys.
• Collect research data and collaborate with project teams.

Skills

Academic background in Nursing, Medicine, Health Sciences

Ability to speak local languages

Empathetic and outgoing

Detail-oriented and motivated

Problem-solving skills

Education

Relevant academic qualifications

Job description

Overview

Research Assistants (LightSPAN Clinical trial) at TUMCREATE, a multidisciplinary research platform of the Technical University Munich (TUM) at the Singapore Campus for Research Excellence and Technological Enterprise (CREATE). The LightSPAN project is funded by the National Research Foundation of Singapore and aims to investigate how we can optimize light exposure to support health and well-being across the lifespan, with a specific focus on optimizing light exposure in seniors.

Job title: Research Assistants (LightSPAN Clinical trial)

Job details

• Job type: Part-time or full-time students; duration from October 2025 to April 2026. Part-time applicants should be able to work at least 8 hours per week. Fresh graduates are welcomed to apply.
• Location: Singapore
• Duration: Fixed term contract
• About TUMCREATE: Multidisciplinary research platform under TUM, Singapore, dedicated to advancing future technologies in collaboration with universities, public agencies, and industry.

Job responsibilities

• Recruit and schedule participants, ensuring a positive and professional experience. Conduct support calls with participants and make on-site visits at Lion Befrienders’ branches to recruit senior participants. Assist participants with completing survey forms, explaining how to download/use the app, and entering data into the database. Coaching and transport reimbursement (MRT and bus) provided.
• Provide warm, supportive interactions with seniors to build trust and engagement.
• Collect high-quality research data that informs new health interventions.
• Collaborate with project teams to support execution of the LightSPAN study protocol.

Qualifications

• Academic background in Nursing, Medicine, Health Sciences, Psychology, Gerontology, Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, or related fields.
• Able to speak local languages to reach out to seniors from diverse backgrounds.
• Empathetic, outgoing, and confident in interacting with seniors.
• Detail-oriented, motivated, and able to work independently while contributing to a team.
• Problem-solver who can adapt to challenges in a dynamic research environment.

What we offer

• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in clinical research and digital health interventions within an international team.
• Mentorship from leading experts in ageing and health technology.
• Being part of an international research network.
• Collaborative and positive working environment.

Applications

Please send your cover letter (compulsory) detailing your motivation, clearly indicate whether you wish to work part- or full-time or both, and prior expertise, and your CV (max. 2 pages) to [e-mail].