Research Assistant (Psychology/Cognitive Neuroscience) at NTU

Sfn; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (CRADLE@NTU) invites applications for a Research Assistant in Psychology/Cognitive Neuroscience. You will work on ongoing projects, interfacing with schools and collaborators, and contribute to data collection and reporting.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in Psychology or Cognitive Neuroscience, with preference for experience in neuroimaging methods and neuropsychological assessments. Strong English and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience or related field.
• Experience with cognitive assessments or neuroimaging is a plus.
• Strong written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with stakeholders from external institutions and project collaborators.
• Conduct literature reviews and prepare progress reports.
• Coordinate day-to-day activities of funded projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent worker

Data management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Cognitive Neuroscience

Job description

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The Centre for Research and Development in Learning at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore ( CRADLE@NTU ) seeks applicants with a Bachelors (Honours) degree in Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience or related field from a university of good standing for a Research Assistant Position.

• Liaise and work closely with stakeholders from external institutions (including schools) and project collaborators.
• Conduct literature reviews and prepare research progress reports
• Day to day coordination of funded projects.
• Preparation of ethics documents to institutional review boards.
• Participant recruitment.
• Data collection using psychological and neuroimaging techniques, such as cognitive testing, MRI and fNIRS
• Perform research-related administrative work, e.g., purchase of material/equipment for research
• Manage day to day operations and meticulous record keeping of the research project.
• Systems administration, including maintenance of network servers and data security.
• Carry any other duties as required by Principal Investigator

Job Requirements:

• Bachelors (Honours) degree in Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience or related field from a university of good standing.
• Experience with cognitive/neuropsychological assessment with children and neuroimaging techniques such as: fMRI and/or functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) is preferred.
• Possess excellent communication skills with a good command of the English language to perform literature reviews, prepare research progress reports and create visual infographics for presentations
• Able to work independently
• Good project coordination and administration skills, including data management and storage.
• Willing to travel to school sites for data collection
• Willing to work on weekends (with off-in-lieu) when needed
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and able to work within given deadlines.
• Self-directed learner who effectively picks up relevant skills as needed.