Research Assistant, Digital Health - Full-Stack Developer [LKCMedicine]

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee Kong Kong Chian School of Medicine, NTU Singapore, invites a Research Assistant to help build digital solutions for cognitive and mental healthcare. You will design web and mobile apps, with front-end in React/React Native and back-end in Node.js/TypeScript, deployed on AWS.

Ideal candidates hold a CS/IT degree or diploma with relevant experience, strong problem-solving, and the ability to work across researchers, clinicians, and developers in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or related field; Diploma with relevant experience also considered.
• Hands-on experience in full-stack development using JavaScript/TypeScript; backend with Node.js; frontend with React.
• Experience building mobile or cross-platform apps with React Native; knowledge of AWS cloud services.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and ability to work independently in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain web and mobile applications for digital health projects.
• Build responsive front-end interfaces using React and React Native.
• Develop and maintain backend services, APIs, and application logic with Node.js/TypeScript.
• Deploy, monitor, and optimize cloud-based applications on AWS; support CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with researchers, clinicians, UI/UX designers, and other developers to translate research needs into solutions.

Skills

Full-stack development

JavaScript/TypeScript

Node.js

React

React Native

AWS

Web/mobile development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Diploma with relevant industry experience

Tools

CI/CD pipelines

DevOps practices

GitHub portfolio

Job description

The Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKCMedicine) trains doctors who put patients at the centre of their exemplary care. The School, which offers both undergraduate and graduate programmes, is named after local philanthropist Tan Sri Dato Lee Kong Chian. Established in 2010 by Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, in partnership with Imperial College London, LKCMedicine aims to be a model for innovative medical education and a centre for transformative research. The School’s primary clinical partner is the National Healthcare Group, a leader in public healthcare recognised for the quality of its medical expertise, facilities and teaching. The School is transitioning to an NTU medical school ahead of the 2028 successful conclusion of the NTU-Imperial partnership to set up a Joint Medical School. In August 2024, we welcomed our first intake of the NTU MBBS programme, that has been recently enhanced to include themes like precision medicine and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare, with an expanded scope in the medical humanities. Graduates from the five-year undergraduate medical degree programme will have a strong understanding of the scientific basis of medicine, with an emphasis on technology, data science and the humanities. The Dementia Research Centre (Singapore) (DRCS) conducts human research in neuropsychology, neuroimaging and biomarkers to advance understanding of Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia and related conditions, and integrates digital platforms and artificial intelligence in translational research for cognitive disorders. The Centre offers a dynamic and supportive research environment, access to state-of-the-art core facilities, and valuable opportunities for hands‑on experience in dementia research.

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Research Assistant to join our team, focusing on building digital solutions targeted at cognitive and mental healthcare.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, and maintain web and mobile applications supporting digital health and cognitive healthcare initiatives.
• Build responsive, user‑friendly front‑end interfaces using React and React Native.
• Develop and maintain backend services, APIs, and application logic using Node.js and TypeScript.
• Implement scalable, secure, and maintainable software solutions following established development practices.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimise application performance across web and mobile platforms.
• Participate in software testing, deployment, and release activities.
• Deploy, manage, and maintain cloud‑based applications and services on AWS.
• Support application monitoring, performance tuning, security, and reliability improvements.
• Assist in implementing development workflows, version control, and deployment pipelines.
• Contribute to system documentation, technical specifications, and operational procedures.
• Work closely with researchers, clinicians, UI/UX designers, and other developers to translate research requirements into digital solutions.
• Participate in product ideation, prototyping, and iterative development activities.
• Contribute to the development of digital cognitive assessment tools, healthcare applications, and related technologies.
• Support the integration of research‑driven features, analytics, and data‑driven functionalities into user‑facing applications.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on research and innovation projects.

Key Competencies and Requirements:

• Essential qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline; candidates with a Diploma and relevant industry experience are also encouraged to apply.
• Essential skills and experience Strong hands‑on experience in full‑stack application development. Proficiency in JavaScript and/or TypeScript. Experience in developing backend services using Node.js. Experience in developing web applications using React. Experience in developing mobile or cross‑platform applications using React Native. Familiarity with AWS cloud services and deployment environments. Experience building responsive and mobile‑compatible web applications. Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills. Good verbal and written communication skills. Able to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high‑quality software.
• Preferred Experience in participating in digital product development projects, hackathons, or innovative technical initiatives. Experience with cloud architecture, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices. Familiarity with UI/UX principles and implementation of user‑centred design. Experience in working with healthcare, digital health, research, startup, or product development environments. Experience integrating analytics, AI, machine learning, or data‑driven features into applications. Active GitHub portfolio or examples of deployed applications.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution:

LKC A research‑intensive public university, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has 33,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students in the Engineering, Business, Science, Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences, and Graduate colleges. It also has a medical school, the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, established jointly with Imperial College London. NTU is also home to world‑class autonomous institutes – the National Institute of Education, S Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Earth Observatory of Singapore, and Singapore Centre for Environmental Life Sciences Engineering – and various leading research centres such as the Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute (NEWRI) and Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N). Ranked amongst the world’s top universities by QS, NTU has also been named the world’s top young university for the past seven years. The University’s main campus is frequently listed among the Top 15 most beautiful university campuses in the world and has 57 Green Mark‑certified (equivalent to LEED‑certified) buildings, of which 95% are certified Green Mark Platinum. Apart from its main campus, NTU also has a campus in Novena, Singapore’s healthcare district. Under the NTU Smart Campus vision, the University harnesses the power of digital technology and tech‑enabled solutions to support better learning and living experiences, the discovery of new knowledge, and the sustainability of resources. For more information, visit www.ntu.edu.sg About NIE About RSIS About LKCMedicine About NTUItive