Job Description:
A career as a Research Assistant is an invitation to embark on a thrilling journey of exploration and discovery. By embracing the multifaceted roles, intricate responsibilities, and essential skills outlined, to become an indispensable part of the research community.
Research Assistant offers a gateway to unravel mysteries and contribute to the human knowledge. To thrive as a Research Assistant, a diverse skill set is essential, blending academic knowledge with practical proficiency.
Prior research experience is desirable but optional. We welcome candidates with a passion for research and a willingness to learn. Training and guidance will be provided to help you excel in this role to embrace the challenge, and curiosity.
You will be responsible for the following:
- Conduct literature reviews to gather relevant information.
- Assist in designing and conducting experiments.
- Collect, record, and analyse data using appropriate research methodologies.
- Prepare and maintain research materials and equipment.
- Assist in drafting research reports, presentations, and publications.
- Collaborate with team members to achieve research goals.
Requirements:
- A bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., biology, psychology, economics, etc.)
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Proficiency in data collection and analysis tools (e.g., SPSS, Excel).
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
About the NATIONAL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
The National University Hospital is a tertiary hospital and major referral centre with over 50 medical, surgical and dental specialties, offering a comprehensive suite of specialist care for adults, women and children. It is the only public hospital in Singapore to offer a paediatric kidney and liver transplant programme, in addition to kidney, liver and pancreas transplantation for adults.
The Hospital was opened on 24 June 1985 as Singapore’s first restructured hospital. Each year, the Hospital attends to more than one million patients.
As an academic health institution, patient safety and good clinical outcomes are the focus of the Hospital. It plays a key role in the training of doctors, nurses, allied health and other healthcare professionals. Translational research is pivotal in the Hospital’s three-pronged focus, and paves the way for new cures and treatment.
A member of the National University Health System, it is the principal teaching hospital of the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine and the NUS Faculty of Dentistry.
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