Job Description

This individual will provide administrative and scientific support for the PI and research team on projects related to mental health and resilience:

• Serve as Research Fellow for multiple research projects related to mental health and resilience
• Develop and lead an independent research agenda via successful national and international grants and publications
• Design and conduct health services and implementation science research
• Utilise qualitative and quantitative methodologies to support grant/protocol development, study design, and management of research activities
• Collaborate with Duke-NUS faculty and establish partnerships across Singapore and regional communities for collaborative projects related to mental health and resilience
• Write and review research papers, present research outcomes and develop connections with local and international stakeholders
• Guide junior researchers and cross-disciplinary team members and provide mentorship to Duke-NUS students
• Perform other administrative, supervisory, and research related duties incidental to the work described herein

Qualifications

• PhD in Clinical or Counselling Psychology, Social Work, Social Sciences or related fields  with at least 3 years of relevant research experience and training
• Demonstrated success in managing research projects independently and in teams
• Proven track record of both quantitative and qualitative research expertise
• Experienced in health services research methods, including survey development, design, and administration
• Proficient in statistical software techniques using SPSS, STATA, R or similar software
• A self-starter with demonstrated ability to form collaborations and lead cross-disciplinary teams with minimal supervision
• Have good time-management skills and demonstrated professionalism
• Prior experience in patient and clinician engagement and project management, specifically in populations with mental health needs
• Professional proficiency in English, knowledgeable in other Asian languages