Research Associate - Telehealth

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 Research Associate to support a clinical study on tele-dental screening. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor of Dental Surgery or Master of Dental Surgery degree and have strong communication skills in English. Responsibilities include participant interaction and data management. The role offers an opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary research team.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Desirable prior experience in research or public health.
• Self-motivated with good project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct oral examinations and capture intra-oral images.
• Facilitate participant recruitment and informed consent.
• Administer structured oral health questionnaires.
• Perform data entry and maintain accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with the research team to execute study procedures.
• Draft research reports and manuscripts.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Project management skills

Detail-oriented

Fluency in Mandarin

Fluency in Malay

Fluency in Tamil

Education

Bachelor of Dental Surgery or Master of Dental Surgery

Job description

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

Applications are invited for the following full-time position in the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health:

Research Associate – Telehealth

The Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore, is seeking a highly motivated and capable Research Associate (RA) to support an ongoing clinical research study under the supervision of Associate Professor Kavita Venkataraman. This project aims to evaluate the feasibility, accuracy, and utility of tele-dental screening for periodontitis in individuals with diabetes. The successful candidate will play a key role in participant interaction, oral health data collection, and overall study operations. The RA will also be expected to work independently, while working in a team-based setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct epidemiological oral examination and capture high-quality intra-oral images in individuals with diabetes
• Facilitate participant recruitment, scheduling, and obtain informed consent.
• Administer structured oral health questionnaires through face-to-face interviews.
• Perform data entry in REDCap and ensure accurate and secure documentation of study data.
• Work closely with other dental professionals and research team members to ensure smooth execution of study procedures.
• Maintain compliance with study protocols, ethical guidelines and other study related protocols such as sterilization of instruments and so on.
• Perform quality checks and administrative tasks related to study operations.
• Draft research reports and manuscripts for scientific sharing and publication
• Support the preparation of new grant proposals
• Attend project meetings and to participate (where necessary) in other meetings
• Undertake any other specific roles and management functions as may be reasonably required by the Principal Investigator

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills (both written and verbal in English).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research team.
• Fluency (written and spoken) in other languages (Mandarin, Malay, Tamil) will be an advantage as the role involves face-to-face interactions with participants who may not primarily use English.
• Prior experience in research, public health, or community engagement is desirable but not essential.
• Self-motivated, independent learner and detail-oriented
• Good project management skills

Recruitment is open immediately. The grade of appointment will be accorded based on candidate’s academic qualifications and years of relevant experience.

To apply, please submit the following documents :

• a. Cover letter highlighting career goals and relevant experience
• b. Curriculum Vitae, containing details of two named referees

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Qualifications

Qualification: Bachelor of Dental Surgery or Master of Dental Surgery degree, preferably registered with Singapore Dental Council