Research Assistant (1 year) T150-01201 BE-FIT SEC

Singapore-ETH Centre; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An interdisciplinary research centre in Singapore seeks a Research Assistant to design and implement long-term monitoring protocols. The ideal candidate will have a background in Nursing, Physiotherapy, Psychology, or related fields, with experience in research methods and project management. This position involves working closely with participants and partners, emphasizing communication and teamwork. Applications should be submitted online only.

Benefits

Family-friendly employer

Multicultural environment

Qualifications

• Experience handling patients, especially older adults.
• Interest in working with technology for data acquisition.
• Ability to work autonomously and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and test measurement protocols.
• Assist with project management and partner communications.
• Conduct participant recruitment and scheduling.

Skills

Research methods

Project management

Good communication

People skills

Education

University or applied science degree in relevant fields

Job description

Job description

As a Research Assistant in the BE-FIT, you will be responsible to :

• Design, implement, and test the measurement protocol on long term monitoring using the state-of-the-art inertial measurement unit sensors.
• Assist project management for BE-FIT research activities at SEC including project planning activities, effort estimates, and on-site and remote exchange with several research partners, especially at the CNRS, RRIS and WH.
• Conduct research for the BE-FIT long-term monitoring within the Work package 3, including participant recruitment and scheduling of measurements, but also communication with participants on replacement of sensors and battery charging, and finally storage of data collection.
• Interact with end users as well as researchers at SEC, ETH Zurich, and local partners.

Profile

• A university or applied science degree in Nursing and Physiotherapy, but also Psychology, Cognitive or Behavioural Science, Neuroscience, Rehabilitation Science, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field / equivalent work experience.
• Experience with research methods, study design, project management, handling patients, especially older adults.
• Good “people skills” when interacting with participants, patients, and colleagues.
• Interested in working with and developing protocols for acquiring data using technological tools and equipment particularly in the field, e.g. remote sensing, etc.

The following competencies will be advantageous :

• Be proactive, communicative and show personal responsibility, initiative and enjoy technology and interdisciplinary teamwork.
• Can work autonomously and with a self-starter attitude.
• Good communication skills orally and in writing.
• Previous experience with health-related data and protocols.

Workplace

Workplace

We offer

The Singapore-ETH-Centre is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer. All candidates will be evaluated on their merits and qualifications, without regards to gender, race, age or religion.

We value diversity

In line with to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish.

Curious? So are we.

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents :

• Cover letter outlining your motivation and experience in the field.
• A comprehensive CV including certificates (e.g. Master's and / or Bachelor's degree).
• Transcript of records.

Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.

Further information

Further information about BE-FIT Project can be found on our website. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Mr. Aaron Ang, email :

About the Singapore-ETH Centre

The Singapore-ETH Centre provides a multicultural and interdisciplinary environment to researchers working on diverse themes focussed on sustainable and liveable cities, resilient urban systems, and patient-centric healthcare. The centre is home to a community of over doctoral, postdoctoral and professorial researchers working in three main programmes: Future Cities Laboratory, Future Resilient Systems, and Future Health Technologies.