Research Assistant/Associate (Dept of Surgery)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Singapore is seeking a full-time Research Associate/Assistant to support health services and biomedical research. Responsibilities include collaborating with the research team, recruiting participants, analyzing data, and preparing academic manuscripts. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nursing or related fields, along with strong communication skills and proficiency in MS Office. This role offers a one-year contract with potential for extension based on performance.

Qualifications

• Have at least a Bachelor’s degree (for RAs) or Master’s degree (for RAsco).
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Relevant experience in a healthcare organization is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Principal Investigator and study team.
• Recruit participants and coordinate project activities.
• Prepare manuscripts and grant proposals.

Skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

MS Office proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nursing, Life Sciences, Psychology, or Public Health

Job description

Job Description

Department of Surgery at the National University of Singapore (NUS) invites applications for a full‑time Research Associate/Assistant to support faculty members in the area of health services/biomedical research. The position is a 1‑year contract in the first instance and could be extended with good performance.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) and study team members to ensure successful completion of research projects on time.
• Recruit participants; collect, administer questionnaires and coordinate project activities.
• Enter, verify and analyse data.
• Prepare academic manuscripts and research grant proposals.
• Train junior staff.
• Travel between study sites (e.g. NUH, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, Sengkang General Hospital, National University Polyclinics) as required.
• Be exposed to health services research, population health research, human biomedical research and clinical trials.

Qualifications

• Have at least a Bachelor’s degree (for RAs) or Master’s degree (for RAsco) in Nursing, Life Sciences, Psychology, Public Health, or equivalent.
• Demonstrate tact and discretion when dealing with confidential data.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Able to travel between study sites for study‑related activities when needed.
• Able to work independently and as a team player in a fast‑paced academic/clinical research environment.
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and strong ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Relevant experience in a healthcare organization, health services or health outcomes research is preferred.

Application

Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Ms Siew Bei En ([e-mail]).

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 2 referees). We regret to inform you that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

More Information

• Location: Kent Ridge Campus
• Organization: Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine
• Department: Surgery
• Employee Referral Eligible: No
• Job requisition ID: 25693