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Job Description

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

Research Assistant (1 year, Clinical Research and Public Health Projects)

We are looking for a Research Assistant for research projects on risk communication in clinical trials and public health research. The candidate will have the opportunity to undertake training/gain experience in health research.

Major duties of the Research Assistant will include:

• Conduct literature review
• Prepare and submit of human subject ethics protocols
• Construct and program online surveys
• Recruit research participants and assist with data collection and data analysis
• Assist with the editing and preparation of research reports and manuscripts
• Assist with the project management and provide secretarial support to the project(s)

Requirements:

• Strong communication skills and (academic) writing skills
• Ability to work independently and take initiative when necessary
• Be well-organized and have an eye for detail
• Knowledge of empirical research (e.g., clinical trials, surveys, interviews) and quantitative research methods in health and medicine

Preference will be given to candidates with the following experiences:

• Experience in conducting research in one or more of the following types of research: clinical trials, clinical/public health survey studies, qualitative studies
• Experience in analyzing data using statistical software (e.g., R or Stata).
• Have interest in clinical trials and public health research

Recruitment is open immediately, and will continue until all positions are filled.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in health, medicine, psychology or relevant fields

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

The National University of Singapore invites applications for Research Assistant in the Department of Clinical Imaging Research Centre (CIRC) Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. CIRC is a dedicated molecular imaging research centre. It is equipped with on-site capability for the preparation of diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals in a modern GMP-certified facility. CIRC is positioned to support both academic and commercially led clinical research programs, with dedicated clinical imaging facilities area advanced modalities of PET-CT and PET-MRI. For more details on what we do, do visit https://medicine.nus.edu.sg/circ/. Appointments will be made on a two-years contract basis with the possibility of extension.

Purpose of the post

The Research Assistant will be responsible for the routine production of radiopharmaceuticals in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). The successful candidate will also assist in the method development and validation of new radiopharmaceuticals, including the preparation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and other quality related documentation. Other tasks may be assigned as per business needs which may include routine QC analysis of the product as per established procedures.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The Research Assistant will be able to:

• Perform routine preparation of radiopharmaceuticals as per protocols and current GMP regulations.
• Develop and optimize radiochemistry procedures and processes.
• Perform basic maintenance/troubleshooting of automated synthesis modules, hot cells and other lab equipment.
• Safe handling of radioactive materials and disposal of hazardous waste according to University regulations.
• Perform environmental monitoring as required by PIC/S GMP in the cleanrooms (environmental monitoring, airborne particle monitoring).
• Assist in writing Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions, Record sheets and other quality related documentation.
• Maintain consumable inventories and re-ordering of stock as necessary.
• Perform QC processes (HPLC, GC, TLC etc) according to procedures to ensure the product is safe for clinical use.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage routine microbial tests such as microbial plate incubation, sterility testing, bioburden testing, etc and liaising with third party contractors if required.
• Maintain cleanliness in the QC laboratory and the cyclotron facility.
• Other adhoc duties may also be assigned as required by department.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Personnel should be comfortable with:

• Exposure to radiation when handling radioactive samples.

• Handling of chemicals for QC testing (flammables, acids, and bases).

• Handling chemical and biohazard wastes

• Occasional lifting of heavy objects

• Flexible working hours with occasional over time

Qualifications

The applicant should:

1. Have a minimum of BSc degree in Chemistry (Synthetic Organic/Inorganic/Medical), Biochemistry, Pharmacy or a related science field.
2. Experience in production, manufacturing or handling of PET drug products preferred.
3. Good knowledge and experience of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) or GLP (Good Laboratory Practice).
4. Practical experience in general wet laboratory techniques, such as analytical balance operations, pipetting, pH measurement and reagents preparation.
5. Preferably hands-on experience with operating and maintaining analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC, TLC.
6. Basic understanding of relevant safety regulations and protocols for handling/disposal of radioactive materials.
7. Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate professionally with colleagues and customers.
8. Proven ability to work independently with minimum supervision as well as a constructive team player.

Qualifications

1. Require critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with a strong attention to detail.
2. Proficient in the use of MS Office Suite.
3. Those with no experience but with relevant academic and skills will be considered for this position.

Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Formal application: Please submit your application, indicating current/expected salary, supported by a detailed CV (including personal particulars, academic and employment history, complete list of publications/oral presentations and full contacts of three (3) referees.

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

Research Assistant

We are recruiting a full-time Research Assistant to support the Principal Investigator, Associate Professor Natasha Howard, in the implementation and administration of research projects in the areas of health equity, infectious disease control, and global health.

Responsibilities:
The research assistant will focus on research and administration in infectious disease control policy and health system strengthening in the Asia region. This will include:
• Supporting qualitative and quantitative research, including contributing to design, implementation, analysis, and write-up of journal manuscripts and reports/policy outputs.
• Project management and administration for multiple research projects, including ethics review applications to NUS IRB and study country review boards, donor reporting, and liaison with relevant teams in NUS SPH and internationally.
• Assisting the PI in other day-to-day tasks as required.

Requirements:
• At least a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant subject area.
• Excellent academic writing and communication skills in English.
• Experience of successfully managing multiple tasks concurrently.
• Strong qualitative and/or quantitative research skills and experience, including at least some experience with conducting or analysing semi-structured interviews, and capacity/interest to learn social science methodology.
• Highly organized and able to work effectively under pressure, use independent judgement, produce high-quality quality work, and problem solve within time constraints.
• Able to work independently as well as with a team.

Desirable:
• Degree or relevant experience using social science methodology.
• Experience with Atlas.ai/NVivo and R or similar, and capacity/interest to learn.
• Experience of research in global health and/or health policy and systems.

Only Singaporeans/SPRs/residents with existing right to work in the country may apply for this position.

Recruitment is open immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Applicants should send the following documents during the job application:
1. Cover letter highlighting career goals and relevant experience
2. Curriculum Vitae, containing details of three named referees

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

The Heat Resilience & Performance Centre (HRPC) is a first-of-its-kind research centre, established at the National University of Singapore (NUS), to spearhead and conduct research and development to address the challenges arising from climate change & extreme heat.

We are seeking a Software Research Engineer who will play a key role in assisting in the development, execution and maintenance of the centre’s data lake. The data lake will not only serve as HRPC’s central archive of research data and findings but play an important role in the centres knowledge generation and hypothesis testing journey. The successful candidate will be part of a multi-disciplinary group comprising exercise and thermal physiologists, data scientists, biomedical engineers and researchers.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The main areas of responsibilities of the role will include:

• Building and maintaining HRPC’s data lake, while implementing functionalities agreed on with HRPC’s Data Manager and researchers;
• Develop and implement best practices and processes for HRPC’s data infrastructure;
• If applicable, collaborate with and learn from other teams brought in to work on the data lake with a view towards building in-house expertise;
• Provide guidance and training to researchers on how to use the data lake.

As HRPC expands the successful candidate will take on more responsibilities and progress towards potentially leading a team responsible for our data engineering needs.

Qualifications

Qualifications and requirements of the role are as follows:

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related disciplines;
• Familiarity with web and database development with modern tech stacks and technologies;
• Team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to build a collaborative working relationship with people at all levels.

The role is based in Singapore.

Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Job Description

The National University of Singapore invites applications for the position of Research Assistant in the Department of Computer Science, School of Computing (SoC). SoC is strongly committed to research excellence in all its dimensions: Searching for fundamental results and insights, developing novel computational solutions to a wide range of applications, building large-scale experimental systems and improving the well-being of society. We seek to play an active role both internationally and locally in the core and emerging areas of Computer Science and Information Systems.

The Research Assistant will be responsible for working closely with the Principal Investigator and lab members on one or more research projects. He/she should possess experience or interest in at least one of the following research areas:

• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Computer Vision
• Algorithms
• Circuits and Systems
• Programming Languages & Software Engineering

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree with Honours in a relevant area; and
• Experience in research.

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

The National University of Singapore invites applications for a Research Assistant (Radiology Technician) position, in the Department of Medicine with an affiliation to the Healthy Longevity Translational Research Program, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine.

The Maier lab concentrates on geroscience research with national and international partners translating healthy longevity research into practice to improve health and healthspan.

We are seeking a full-time Research Assistant (Radiology Technician) to join our team to perform clinical assessments and clinical trial administration. Experience in clinical research is ideal but not required.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Primary responsibility of the research assistant (radiology technician, primarily focusing on dual x-ray absorptiometry) would bepreparing and educating clinical trial participants about the imaging procedure
   reviewing participants' IDs and study requirements, and maintaining participants' records during and after procedures
   perform the imaging procedure
   calibrating the equipment to ensure clear, usable images are taken of the correct area, as specified by the study protocol
   ensuring the proper sterilization and storage of the equipment, maintaining radiographic equipment, and reporting any equipment failures
   maintaining up to date knowledge of current radiology practices
   
2. When imaging is not required, research assistant will be involved in clinical research , according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in ongoing clinical studies, including:Administrating clinical assessments such as but not limited to muscular, cardiovascular and pulmonary tests
   Administering surveys, questionnaires
   Administering cognitive assessments
   

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Maintain clinical trial documentation, including SOPs, data records, equipment maintenance.
2. Assess and validate new assessment methods, particularly imaging techniques before implementing into clinical research.
3. Recruit and schedule participants for study visits.
4. Comply with clinical inventory management procedures.
5. Comply with good clinical practice.

Qualifications

1. A bachelor's degree in radiography or radiologic technology, possess license and certification to practice, training in bone densitometry using dual x-ray absorptiometry is required
2. The ability to operate and understand radiographic technology and equipment
3. Excellent communication skills with participants, staff and collaborators
4. Experience in routine clinical assessments in research studies is advantageous
5. Able to work independently and as a team member
6. Good interpersonal skills with strong leadership attributes
7. Must be meticulous and have good organization skills

Formal application

Please submit your application, indicating current/expected salary, supported by a detailed CV (including personal particulars, academic and employment history, complete list of publications/oral presentations and full contacts of 3 referees).

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

We are looking for passionate and self-motivated research assistant to join our multidisciplinary team to work on the development of novel nanocatalysts and in situ investigation of the structure-property relationship. The successful candidate will be expected to collaborate with a group of researchers from various disciplines and also assist the principal investigator in guiding junior researchers and graduate students as well as in managing project and laboratory. (https://cde.nus.edu.sg/mse/staff/ming-zhao/; https://www.mingzhaogroup.com/)

Qualifications

• BS degree or higher in materials, chemistry, chemical engineering, physics, environmental engineering, or any other related fields.
• Experience in nanomaterials synthesis, catalysis, in situ characterization will be advantageous.
• Good written and spoken communication.
• Self-motivated; able to work independently and collaboratively.

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

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

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

Contribution to the experimental study of soft robotic arms inspired to muscular hydrostats. The experimental study includes design and fabrication of experimental set-ups, experimental trials, data collection and discussion.

Qualifications

Engineering degree, skills in design and prototyping, basic knowledge of data collection and analysis.

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

The National University of Singapore invites applications for Research Assistant/ Associate in the Centre for Behavioural and Implementation Science Interventions, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. The Centre for Behavioural and Implementation Science Interventions (BISI) is a research and education centre that aims to improve the health and well-being of the population by accelerating evidence-based practice through the use of behavioural and implementation sciences. This appointment will be working with Prof Uri Gneezy on his behavoiural economics projects.

Appointments will be made on one year contract basis in the first instance, with the possibility of extension.

Purpose of the post

The Research Assistant/ Associate will be responsible to, and work closely with, the Principal Investigator and study team members to ensure the successful execution of PI’s research agenda. The RA’s principal role will be to assist the PI in project managing their research projects, perform research operations and administration duties and carry out work in general practices such as recruitment, data collection, data entry and analysis.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The Research Assistant / Associate will liaise with the relevant personnel in the healthcare system and university to smooth the process of recruitment and data collection and will be accountable to the Principle Investigator (PI). The RA will be able to:

1. Assist the PI in managing and delivering their research projects;
2. Work with senior members of the team to undertake the day to day running of the PI’s research projects;
3. Conduct literature searches, using SPSS to enter data, and analyse data and maintain trial database, as well as assist in preparing both progress and final reports of the project;
4. Maintain the highest standard of professional conduct and record keeping in accordance with policies and procedures;
5. Assist PI in developing conference presentations and publications on the ongoing research work.
6. Assist with any other duties of a similar nature that are delegated by the PI.

Qualifications

The applicant should:

1. Have a first degree with good results or holds a Bachelors or Masters degree in related disciplines;
2. be able to work independently and in a team, have an investigative nature, attention to detail;
3. have knowledge of computer applications, e.g. SPSS, MS office, PowerPoint;
4. have experience in the areas of behavioural sciences or behavioural economics

Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Mr Tong Shao Chuen at sctong@nus.edu.sg.

Formal application: Please submit your application, indicating current/expected salary, supported by a detailed CV (including personal particulars, academic and employment history, complete list of publications/oral presentations and full contacts of three (3) referees.

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.

Asia Research Institute

We are seeking an enthusiastic and capable full time Research Assistant/Associate who will be based at the Asia Research Institute (ARI), National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore. This position is available on a full-time basis for a period of 9-12 months.

Job Description

For 50 per cent of the time, the successful candidate will assist the Principal Investigator, Professor Brenda Yeoh, in a funded research project entitled “Plastic Waste and Women’s Household Practices in Asia and Australia”. You will work with an interdisciplinary team of scholars based in Singapore and Australia to advance research and knowledge on the social, historical and digital practices that shape women’s household management of plastic waste. The project aims to identify and understand the dynamics associated with household consumption and disposal of plastics in Singapore, Australia and Japan, so as to complement the national and global aspirations to realise a circular economy.

For the other 50 per cent of the time, the successful candidate will assist Prof Brenda Yeoh with selected existing migration cluster projects in the institute (see https://ari.nus.edu.sg/clusters/asian-migration/projects/ for more information).

The successful candidate will be involved in desk research, data collection, project and website management, writing and editing reports, publications and materials, assisting with organisation of workshops and webinars, as well as providing administrative support.

Job Requirements

The candidate should possess the following:

• Candidates should have at least a good Bachelor’s (Honours) degree or equivalent in the Social Sciences/Humanities, and demonstrated research experience in a relevant area of the humanities and social sciences. An interest and knowledge in plastic waste, climate change or migration will be a bonus. A relevant Masters’ degree is required for the Research Associate position.
• Good project management, data administration skills and an aptitude for working in an interdisciplinary team environment;
• Research experience in Asia, including fieldwork experience is desirable;
• Strong library research skills and experience in using (or willingness to learn) Qualitative Data Analysis software (NVivo);
• Excellent command of spoken and written English, and the ability to write for a variety of audiences;
• Strong ability to perform editing work on manuscripts;
• Organizational skills for workshops and webinars;
• Ability to create and maintain a project website and social media.

Application Process

To apply for this position, please combine the following documents in 1 PDF and attach it under the CV column when submitting your application:

• Curriculum vitae
• A cover letter, of no more than 800 words, explaining the applicant’s past research experience and aptitude in relation to the research project

Interested candidates, please submit your application with all the required documents. Only shortlisted applicants will be notified. Shortlisted applicants may be called for interview, either in person or by zoom, as appropriate.

Closing date for applications is 6 May 2024. Please note that no extension will be given.

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

The National University of Singapore (NUS) Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine is recruiting talented scholars at multiple levels: Post-doctoral Fellows, Senior Research Fellows and Research Scientists to work in the Global Centre of Asian Women’s Health (www.glownus.org) and the NUS Bia-Echo Asia Centre for Reproductive Longevity and Equality (www.acrle.com). Our interdisciplinary program is designed to provide experiences that foster scholars’ professional development by working closely with national and international experts, and equip them with independent research skills in multi-disciplinary areas, such as nutrition, reproductive health, maternal and child health, endocrinology, behaviour intervention, biostatistics and epidemiology.

Successful candidates are expected to 1) conduct original research for publications based on data from several large cohort studies in the United States and in Singapore, such as the U.S. National Institute of Child and Human Development (NICHD) Fetal Growth Studies, Diabetes & Women’s Health Study (www.dwhstudy.org), Growing Up in Singapore Towards healthy Outcomes (GUSTO), and the Singapore Preconception Study of Long-Term Maternal and Child Outcomes (S_PRESTO); 2) present at scientific conferences; 3) contribute to competitive grant applications; and 4) mentor junior researchers within a multi-disciplinary research team. Successful candidates will also have the opportunity to develop their independent research initiatives using the wealth of data from the school and collaborative national and international institutes.

Qualifications

Candidates with a doctoral degree in epidemiology, nutrition, or a closely related field, or those with a medical degree with some experience or advanced graduate training in epidemiology, population health, or biostatistics are invited to apply. Preference will be given to candidates with strong research experience in any of, but not limited to, the following areas.

• Diabetes, obesity, and cardiometabolic health
• Nutrition, lifestyle and mental wellness
• Omics research, especially on metabolomics and microbiome
• Behavior intervention
• Reproductive health, maternal and child health
• Aging and neuro-cognitive function
• Women’s health
• Developmental origins of disease
• Epidemiological methods

Skills

Preference will also be given to candidates with

• Strong analytical or quantitative skills
• Good track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Excellent communication skills in English
• Experience in statistical software (e.g., STATA, SAS, R)
• Experience in grant/proposal writing

The position provides health insurance. The salary is commensurate with training and relevant research experience. Multiple positions are available and will remain open until qualified applicants are found.

Application

Applicants should email: 1) a curriculum vitae; 2) a statement of research interests; 3) three letters of reference; and 4) transcripts for undergraduate and graduate degrees to the contact listed below. Note: Official transcripts may be requested if selected for an interview. Applicants need not have completed their doctoral training prior to applying, although training must be completed prior to the start of the position.

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

The laboratory of Presidential Young Professor Liu Yuxin at National University of Singapore (NUS Bioelectronic lab website: https://www.lab-liu.com/) seeks research assistant. The primary responsibility is to assist the principal investigator in administrative tasks and laboratory management. In addition, you will work on developing novel biosensors and bioelectronics to capture and analyze digital dynamic resilience biomarkers. Particularly, we will develop AI-integrated wearable electronics technology for biochemical dynamic resilience biomarkers. You will be part of the Welcome Leap Dynamic Resilience Program (https://wellcomeleap.org/dr/).

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting the PI in the management of the research group and its activities
• Managing laboratory resources such as equipment, supplies, and materials. This involves inventory control, ordering new supplies, and maintaining equipment to ensure functionality.
• Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the laboratory, including safety training, managing lab staff, delegating tasks, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols and regulations.
• Developing and managing the laboratory budget, including allocating funds for equipment purchases, maintenance, and other operational expenses.
• Drive and facilitate multidisciplinary wearable electronic research project
• Work with clinicians and physicians for human clinical study
• Conduct research in electrochemistry, sensors, flexible electronics research area
• Design and implement IRB study on human subject
• Preparation of publications and managing other forms of research output

Qualifications

• Obtained or expecting bachelor’s degree in science or engineering
• Interested in bioelectronics, wearable electronics, electrochemical sensors, flexible electronics.
• Prior experience in conducting research experiments in an academic lab
• Interested in working in a multidisciplinary team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Responsible and able to work independently
• Prior experience in managing project, laboratory or research funding is advantageous
• Previous research experience in electrochemical sensors, actuators, flexible electronics and microfluidics is advantageous.

To apply, please send your cover letter, CV and names of 3 references (name, institution, email) .

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

The Singapore Gastric Cancer Consortium (SGCC) is a translational research group comprising clinicians and scientists working in gastric cancer research. The group aims to solve important clinical questions to improve the care of gastric cancer patients, facilitated by close interaction between clinicians and scientists, and with synergism that enables biologic discoveries in the laboratory to be validated in the clinical setting.

Our research theme, “Bringing Discoveries to Patients” was awarded the Open Fund - Large Collaborative Grant by the National Medical Research Council in 2019. This will spearhead key research projects which include molecular testing for gastric cancer prevention, personalized cancer therapy and treatment, characterization of gastric stem cells, and single cell analysis of gastric cancers.

Duties

• Work with Research Fellow/s in the conducting of clinical research projects
• Processing and molecular analysis of patient blood and tissue samples
• Perform lab-based molecular work according to strict methodologies
• Optimizing and troubleshooting new experimental protocols
• Keep meticulous records of experimental work
• Coordinate laboratory operational activities through managing laboratory and sample inventories, establishing laboratory procedures and organization of laboratory consumables
• Work with Laboratory Safety Lead to ensure laboratory safety and maintain safety documentation and procedures
• Assist Research Manager in grant reports and organizing scientific meetings

Skills

• Meticulous and attention to detail
• Proactive and able to work independently in a corporate as well as laboratory setting
• Work collaboratively with other research groups
• Critical thinking and systematic problem-solving skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Keen interest in scientific literature, keeps up to date with relevant research publications
• Experience in laboratory research and molecular biology techniques will be advantageous.
• Well-organized and able to clearly summarize and present information and data obtained.

Qualifications

Bachelors in Life Sciences/ Biological Science/ Biomedical Science or related fields. Laboratory experience in molecular work (DNA/ RNA prep and protein assays, Next-Gen Sequencing, Pyrosequencing) and tissue culture preferred. Grant or report writing experience and experience of coordinating research projects also are valuable.

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

We seek to hire one full-time research assistant in AY2024/25 to support our research agendas in Development Economics, Labor Economics, Environmental Economics and Political Economy. For more information about our research, see our websites www.martin-mattsson.com and https://sites.google.com/site/yogitashamdasani/.

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in cutting-edge quantitative social science and/or graduate work in economics and related fields. The research assistant will work directly with us and will learn how to handle data and code systematically, how to apply econometric methods, how to visualize quantitative research results, and how research papers in economics are developed and written.

Job responsibilities
• Clean, analyze, and collect data
• Create visualizations of research results
• Read and summarize research papers
• Assist in administrative tasks related to the research process e.g. drafting of research grant proposals, IRB applications

Required skills and interests:
• Degree in Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science or related fields
• A genuine interest in doing quantitative social science research in economics or related fields. If you do not have this interest you will not enjoy the work and will not find the skills you learn on the job useful.
• Stata and/or R coding experience
• Good English written and oral communication skills

Desired skills and interests (these are a plus but not required):
• An interest in development economics
• Knowledge of econometrics and economic models
• Experience with LaTeX and/or LyX
• Experience with web scraping

Time period, location and salary
The RA should be able to start sometime in June-August 2024 and work full time. We expect a two-year commitment (conditional on performance review during the first contract). The annual base salary will be SGD 50,400.

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

A Research Assistant position is available NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore. The job entails work in a laboratory, clinical and involves administrative duties.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Contribute to DSRB/IRB application process, support ethics and regulatory related administrative work including DSRB/IRB and HSA applications
2. Coordinate training requirements and documentation
3. Ensure study file set up, documentation and maintenance, including investigator files and logs
4. Conduct subject pre-screening, assist with informed consent, adverse event reporting, and follow-up activities with regulatory bodies
5. Coordinate subject visits and manage study execution, including collection of study questionnaires, measurement of physiology parameters, and collection of non-invasive images
6. Maintain study database.
7. Monitor studies ensuring compliance with institutional guidelines, HBRA, and GCP.
8. Assist with study closure including archiving of study records (medical records, study documents, investigator files, subject files etc.), post-study audits/ inspections and monitoring.

9. Participate and present updates in study related meetings.

10. Take minutes of meetings for vetting.

11. Generate study progress reports as required.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist with participant recruitment for research studies, including consent taking, filing and ensuring studies are conducted in compliance with necessary regulatory guidelines
• Purchasing products and services where necessary, including preparing recommendation reports, track orders and ensure timely delivery, and keeping records of purchases.
• Assist overall day-to-day administrative activities for Research Programme
• Assist Admin Lead with CVD TRP website maintenance and update.
• Assist to prepare and edit reports, presentations and other documents.
• Assist Admin Lead with secretariat functions to arrange and coordinate Programme’s events or meetings, including creating and distribution of meeting minutes, preparing facilities for scheduled meetings and arranging refreshments, if required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor in a related discipline in the Biomedical/Life Sciences with a minimum 1 year of experience
• GCP-trained and familiar with the regulatory landscape in Singapore
• Some experience working in/with a clinical research or healthcare industry
• Able to converse in local languages is a plus
• Sound written and verbal communications skills
• Possess maturity and good interpersonal skills
• Independent and good team player
• Self-driven, meticulous, and organized and strong organisational skills
• Relevant experience with managing large projects, lead facilitation of group meetings and managing budgets will be an advantage
• Good proficiency in MS Office applications such as PowerPoint, Excel
• Have a strong interest to interact with a wide variety of people