Research Associate (Psychology and Child & Human Development Department) [NIE]

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and supervision of student R&

Job summary

The National Institute of Education invites applications for a Research Associate on a 12-month contract in the Psychology and Child & Human Development (PCHD) Department.

The role focuses on a longitudinal study examining parental roles in children’s transition from preschool to primary school, with responsibilities spanning recruitment, data collection scheduling, fieldwork, and manuscript preparation. NIE supports professional development and collaborative research.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology or related field.
• Knowledge of child development theories.
• Experience working with parents and children preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; liaising with families and preschools; leading training for student assistants in fieldwork and data collection.

Responsibilities

• Carry out participant recruitment for the project.
• Manage the data collection schedule for the research team.
• Participate in the training of student research assistants.
• Carry out fieldwork, data coding, and analysis.
• Participate in manuscript preparation and dissemination of study findings.
• Other responsibilities related to project management.

Skills

Master’s degree in psychology or相关领域

Knowledge of child development

Experience with parents and children

Communication & organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree in psychology or related field

Job description

The National Institute of Education invites suitable applications for the position of Research Associate on a 12-month contract at the Psychology and Child & Human Development (PCHD) Department.

Project Title : Building Human Capacity in Singapore’s Population: A National Longitudinal Study of Child and Maternal Well-being

Project Introduction : This project examines the role of parents in children’s transition from preschool to primary school.

Requirements:

• A Master’s degree from a reputable institution specialising in psychology or a related field.

• Good knowledge of child development theories and research.

• Prior experience with working with parents and children is highly preferred.

• Strong communication and organizational skills; being able to be an effective liaison person for contacting families and preschools, and to lead and train a team of student assistants in fieldwork and data collection.

Responsibilities:

• Carry out participant recruitment for the project.

• Manage the data collection schedule for the research team.

• Participate in the training of student research assistants.

• Carry out fieldwork, data coding, and analysis.

• Participate in manuscript preparation and dissemination of study findings.

• Other responsibilities related to project management.

Closing Date

Closing date for advertisements will be set to 14 calendar days from date of posting.

Hiring Institution: NIE