Research Assistant / Research Officer (Yearly Contract, Renewable)

Institute of Mental Health; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Institute of Mental Health seeks a Research Assistant/Officer for a yearly renewable contract to support research on cognitive function in psychiatric illnesses. This role involves participant recruitment, data management, and contributing to research publications. Ideal candidates have a degree in Psychology or similar, experience in statistical analysis, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Fluent in spoken and written English; proficiency in other languages advantageous.
• Resourceful and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting study participants and administering interviews.
• Maintenance of databases and data analyses.
• Preparation of research reports and manuscripts.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Programming languages

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Fluency in English

Education

Degree in Psychology, Science, or similar disciplines

Job description

Company description:

The Institute of Mental Health (IMH) in Singapore, established in 1928, is a premier 2,000-bed psychiatric hospital nestled in Buangkok Green Medical Park, providing comprehensive mental health services across 50 inpatient wards and 7 outpatient clinics, while also playing a pivotal role in training the next generation of mental health professionals through the NHG-AHPL Residency Programme and collaborations with local academic institutions.

Job description:

Position: Research Assistant / Research Officer (Yearly Contract, Renewable)

Department: North Region

Job Description:

Cognition Function in Psychiatric Illnesses (The CONCISE Study) is a comprehensive cognitive epidemiology study within a local population. It is part of a broader initiative involving as an Asian mental health cohort at Institute of Mental Health. The study seeks to integrate cognitive phenotyping with clinical outcome data to advance understanding and treatment of psychiatric illnesses.

Job Responsibilities:

You will be involved in its preparatory work, and conduct related activities such as recruiting study participants, administering interviews, maintenance of databases, data analyses, and preparation of research reports and manuscripts. There will be opportunities to present research findings at local or international conferences. You will also provide administrative support for research projects, including grant applications and project management.

Requirements:

Competency

1. Experience with statistical analysis or programming languages would be advantageous.
2. Fluent in spoken and written English. Proficiency liaising in other languages or dialects will be an advantage.
3. Resourceful and able to work independently.
4. Good communication skills and interpersonal skills.

Educational and Professional Requirements

1. At least a Degree in Psychology, Science, or similar disciplines.