Temp Research Assistant

Institute of Mental Health; Singapore; On-site; SGD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading mental health institution in Singapore is seeking a Temporary Research Assistant to assist in coordinating research projects. The role involves data entry, participant interviews, and preparation of manuscripts. Candidates should hold a GCE ‘A’ level or diploma and possess good communication skills. This temporary position requires a commitment of 21 hours per week. Apply to contribute to vital mental health research while gaining valuable experience in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Open to candidates currently on university break.
• GCE A Level or Diploma holder; open to those on Uni break.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination of research projects.
• Coordinate in research participants' follow-up visits.
• Data entry and maintenance of database.
• Data collection from participant interviews.
• Manage the scheduling of research assessment rooms.
• Assist and support in research recruitment.
• Prepare manuscripts for submission to journals.
• Any other tasks assigned

Skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Willing to learn

Education

GCE ‘A’ level or Diploma holder

Diploma holder

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

To assist, support and co-ordinate research projects being conducted in the department.

Institution: Institute of Mental Health
Family Group: Administration
Position: Temporary Research Assistant
Department: Research

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination of research projects
• Coordination in research participants’ follow up visits
• Data entry and maintenance of database
• Data collection from participant interviews
• Managing in the scheduling of the research assessment rooms and reception area
• Assist and support in research recruitment
• Assist in the preparation of manuscripts for submission to journals
• Any other tasks assigned

Requirements

Competency

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Willing to learn

Educational And Professional Requirements

• GCE ‘A’ level or Diploma holder. Open to those on Uni break
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Do note this is a temporary position, and we will only require the candidate to commit 21 hours per week, or the equivalent to 5 half-days.

About IMH

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.