Job Description
Job Title:
Research Assistant (MACC)
Posting Start Date:
08/11/2024
Job Description:
Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities
(A) SPECIFIC (80%)
- Conduct neuropsychological assessment and follow-up of patients and subjects for mood, anxiety, stress, resilience, personality traits, behaviour/habits, and emotional and social intelligence, ensuring standardised testing procedures are followed.
- Collect, manage, and organise research data with attention to detail and data integrity.
- Perform data analysis using statistical software (e.g. SPSS, R, Python) to identify trends and correlations related to cognitive impairment.
- Assist in the preparation of research reports, manuscripts, and presentations for dissemination of study findings.
- Maintain clear and accurate records of all research activities.
- Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team of researchers, clinicians, and data analysts.
- Adhere to ethical guidelines and regulatory requirements for research involving human subjects.
(B) GENERAL (20%)
The Research Assistant will carry out other duties as specified by their Reporting Officer.
Qualifications
(A) EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
- BSc, BA, BA (Psych) or a related background. Final year students are welcome to apply.
- Proficiency in data analysis and statistical software (e.g. SPSS, R, or Python).
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
(B) LANGUAGE
Fluent in English and Mandarin (We are recruiting personnel to perform Chinese language cognitive assessment for a mandarin speaking elderly population).
More Information
Location: Kent Ridge Campus
Organization: Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine
Department : Pharmacology
Employee Referral Eligible: No
Job requisition ID : 26932