Research Assistant (Psychology/Cognitive Neuroscience) at NTU

The Centre for Research and Development in Learning at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (CRADLE@NTU) seeks applicants with a Bachelors (Honours) degree in Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience or related field from a university of good standing for a Research Assistant Position.

This position is for the Understanding Brain Networks of Reading and Math (Brain-NORM) – specifically, Project 4 (Examining the functional brain networks supporting math using fNIRS), at the Centre for Research in Development and Learning (CRADLE).

Key Responsibilities: 

• Liaise and work closely with stakeholders from external institutions (including schools) and project collaborators.
• Conduct literature reviews and prepare research progress reports
• Day to day coordination of funded projects.
• Preparation of ethics documents to institutional review boards.
• Participant recruitment.
• Data collection using psychological and neuroimaging techniques, such as cognitive testing, MRI and fNIRS
• Perform research-related administrative work, e.g., purchase of material/equipment for research
• Manage day to day operations and meticulous record keeping of the research project.
• Systems administration, including maintenance of network servers and data security.
• Carry any other duties as required by Principal Investigator

Job Requirements: 

• Bachelors (Honours) degree in Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience or related field from a university of good standing.
• Experience with cognitive/neuropsychological assessment with children and neuroimaging techniques such as: fMRI and/or functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) is preferred.
• Possess excellent communication skills with a good command of the English language to perform literature reviews, prepare research progress reports and create visual infographics for presentations
• Able to work independently
• Good project coordination and administration skills, including data management and storage.
• Willing to travel to school sites for data collection
• Willing to work on weekends (with off-in-lieu) when needed
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and able to work within given deadlines.
• Self-directed learner who effectively picks up relevant skills as needed.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Interested applicants are invited to email their CV and cover letter to Dr. Darren Yeo (darrenyeo@ntu.edu.sg) to express their interest in the position.

Applicants should apply directly here: https://ntu.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/job/Research-Assistant–Psychology-Cognitive-Neuroscience-_R00016841

The deadline for application is 31 June 2024.